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Jinying Li is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Modern Culture and Media at Brown University, specializing in media theory, animation, and digital culture in East Asia. Her research includes essays on Asian cinema, animation, and digital media, which have been published in various esteemed journals such as Film International and the Journal of Chinese Cinemas. She has co-edited special issues focusing on Chinese animation and digital culture, and authored the book 'Anime's Knowledge Cultures' which is set to be published by the University of Minnesota Press in 2024. Li has an extensive background as a filmmaker; her works include animations and feature films. She co-wrote the animated feature film 'Big Fish Begonia' and produced an experimental VR documentary titled '47km'. Li's teaching includes courses on digital media, global anime, and the political aspects of Chinese media.
Department: Department of Economics