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Professor Shin is an internationally recognised scholar in urban studies, whose research has significantly influenced critical urban theory and practice, particularly in non-Western contexts. His work challenges conventional perspectives and entrenched paradigms, contributing to the reshaping of the understanding of contemporary urban transformation. He foregrounds the socio-political dynamics of cities in rapidly developing regions while highlighting intersections of state power, global capital, and urban inequality. His research spans four core themes: gentrification, urban political economy, urban struggles, and circulation urbanism, providing critical insights into the processes and impacts of urban transformation. Shin has widely cited publications, including 'Planetary Gentrification' and 'Global Gentrifications: Uneven Development and Displacement', essential reading for academics and practitioners alike. In addition to his influential research, he has held pivotal roles in advancing urban studies. As Director of the Saw Swee Hock Southeast Asia Centre at LSE (2018–2023), he established a global hub for interdisciplinary scholarship and served as an editor for the 'International Journal of Urban and Regional Research' (2021–2024).
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