Fudan University professor Ge Zhaoguang wins the 7th Tang Prize in Sinology

The 7th Tang Prize Sinology Prize was announced in Taipei on June 17, and Ge Zhaoguang, a senior professor in the School of Humanities at Fudan University’s Institute of Literary and Historical Studies and the Department of History, won the award. The selection committee said that Ge Zhaoguang has long studied ancient Chinese thought, covering fields such as Chan Buddhism, Daoism, and the history of philosophical thought, and has put forward influential insights in discussions related to “what China is.” His research has not only drawn attention in Chinese academic circles, but has also influenced related research communities in Japan, South Korea, North America, and Europe. According to the introduction, Ge Zhaoguang was born in 1950 and has produced a rich body of work. In recent years, he published the threevolume “China Studies” trilogy. The Tang Prize Education Foundation said that Sinology research helps promote dialogue among civilizations and deepen understanding. The prize was founded by Taiwanese entrepreneur Samuel Yin in 2012 and is awarded every two years, aiming to recognize outstanding achievements in multiple fields.