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Sarah Liu is a Senior Lecturer in Gender and Politics at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in gender politics, women's social movements, political representation, and the dynamics of immigration and citizenship. Her research employs mixed methodologies and includes cross-national comparisons to investigate how different contexts influence political attitudes and participation among women. Dr. Liu examines the role model effect of female political leaders and cabinet ministers across democracies, highlighting underexplored areas in the context of Asia. Her work also assesses the impact of social movements on adolescents' perceptions of gender roles and their willingness to engage in protests. Sarah's research endeavors include an analysis of media framing surrounding immigration and its effects on public opinion in various regions, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. In addition to her research, she educates students through courses on Gender Politics, Immigration Politics, and East Asian Politics, whilst also serving on the editorial boards of several academic journals.
University of Edinburgh • Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Joined the subject area of Politics and International Relations, focusing on gender politics.
Newcastle University • Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Taught courses related to gender and politics.
Smith College • Northampton, Massachusetts, United States
Instructed courses on gender politics and social issues.
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