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Dr Ye (Catherine) Cao is a Lecturer at King's College London's School of Education, Communication & Society, focusing on science education, educational policy, and social justice. She actively contributes to research and teaching while engaging in academic service as a peer-reviewer for BERA and ESERA conferences.
- PhD in Science Education (2024), King's College London
- MSc in Material Science & Engineering, Boston University
Her research examines how science capital theory can explain educational disparities in China, particularly in relation to policy interventions like the 'Double Reduction' initiative. She also investigates urban-rural divides, shadow education systems, and the impact of the pandemic on teacher retention and student engagement.
Recent publications highlight her focus on science engagement trends, policy critiques, and mixed-method analyses of educational inequality. She collaborates with the Centre for Research in Education in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (CRESTEM) and maintains an academic writing advisory role as a Key Opinion Leader on Xiaohongshu.
