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Dr. Q.C. Chen is a pioneering scholar at the intersection of ecofeminism, science fiction, and environmental humanities. Their research fundamentally reimagines how speculative literature can critique patriarchal and ecological crises, drawing on Darko Suvin’s concept of cognitive estrangement to reveal how sci-fi constructs alternative futures. Chen’s most-cited work, "Ecofeminist Science Fiction: International Perspectives on Gender, Ecology, and Literature" (2022), has garnered 3 citations and fills a critical gap in literary scholarship by systematically analyzing the entwined dynamics of gender and ecology in global sci-fi. This contribution challenges the field to move beyond anthropocentric readings, positioning Chen as a vital voice in decolonizing and gendering speculative fiction. Their work not only advances theoretical frameworks but also inspires new pedagogical approaches in environmental and gender studies. With a growing international readership, Chen continues to shape conversations on how narrative forms can envision just, sustainable futures—a timely and urgent intervention in an era of climate crisis and social upheaval.
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