Yingwen Wang

Biography

Yingwen Wang is a dedicated full-time PhD candidate at the London College of Communication, University of the Arts London, where she specializes in the intricate fields of Media and Communication. Her groundbreaking research project, entitled "The Participation of Chinese Elderly Content Creators in Short-Form Video Culture," delves deeply into the ever-evolving realm of digital media. Employing a multidisciplinary approach, Wang scrutinizes the engagement patterns of elderly content creators on leading social media platforms such as Douyin and TikTok.

Through a nuanced exploration of the digital lives of Chinese elderly Wanghong (internet-famous) personalities, she offers illuminating insights into the manifold implications of their burgeoning online presence. Meticulously investigating their lived digital culture, Wang's work catalyzes understanding the complex socio-cultural dynamics at play. Ultimately, she aspires to substantially advance the scholarly discourse on the rapidly evolving digital media landscape, focusing on its transformative impact across diverse age demographics and social constructs.