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Zhen Ye is a Lecturer in the Department of Media and Communication at the Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication, Erasmus University Rotterdam. She is also an External PhD Candidate at the same institution, having completed her doctoral research under the supervision of Prof. dr. Susanne Janssen and dr. Tonny Krijnen.
Education:
- Bachelor in Japanese Language and Literature, Beijing Foreign Studies University (2017)
- Master in Media & Communication, Goldsmiths, University of London (2018)
- Research Master of Media Studies, University of Amsterdam (2018–2020)
Her research focuses on gender, digital labour, the platformization of cultural production, and East Asian media culture, with a strong emphasis on China's livestreaming industry. Her work critically examines how digital platforms shape cultural production, gendered labor, and self-regulation among content creators. She explores the interplay between intimacy, performance, and economic structures in online live-streaming environments.
The recent publications (2022–2025) reveal a consistent scholarly trajectory in feminist media studies, platform governance, and digital labor. Her articles address themes such as ambivalent intimacy, relational labor, platform self-regulation, and the role of intermediaries in China's digital content ecosystems. These contributions reflect an interdisciplinary approach grounded in media studies, sociology, and gender theory.
Scientific Awards:
- No awards listed in the provided text.
Advising and Grants:
Zhen Ye does not appear to have formal advisees listed in the available information. Her PhD was supervised by established scholars, but there is no mention of her supervising students or securing independent research grants. However, her active publication record in peer-reviewed journals suggests strong research engagement and possible involvement in collaborative academic projects.
Labs and Research Teams:
While no formal lab is mentioned, she is affiliated with the Department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University, where she collaborates with scholars such as dr. Tonny Krijnen and Prof. dr. Susanne Janssen. She has participated in academic events including IAMCR and specialized research conferences, indicating integration into active research networks focused on media industries and cultural production.
