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John Roosa is a Professor and the Director of the Centre for South East Asia Research at the University of British Columbia (UBC). His academic work primarily focuses on nationalism, imperialism, and oral history within the context of Southeast Asia. He has delved into the historical narrative of organized violence against supporters of the communist party in Indonesia during the tumultuous years of 1965-66, culminating in his recent book, 'Buried Histories: Anticommunist Massacres 1965-66 Indonesia'. This work is a detailed exploration of the events surrounding the mass violence in Indonesia and has received significant recognition, including the prestigious 2023 George McT. Kahin Prize, awarded to outstanding scholars in Southeast Asian studies. Roosa's scholarly output includes publications that cover a broad spectrum of related themes and his ongoing contributions make him a pivotal figure in the study of Southeast Asian history.
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