Zhou Weihao, PhD

Dr. Zhou Weihao is a leading scholar and researcher in the field of sexual erotic media and literature, with over 12 years of interdisciplinary experience. His work spans critical literary analysis, media studies, and sexuality research. Dr. Zhou combines rigorous academic methodology with practical insight, contributing to a nuanced understanding of erotic narratives in contemporary culture. His research emphasizes consent, representation, and cultural diversity within erotic media.

Specialization

Sexual Erotic Literature Analysis
Media Representation of Sexuality
Erotic Narratives in Digital Media
Cultural Studies of Sexual Expression
Audience Reception and Sexual Literacy

Education

2006–2010: BA in Comparative Literature, Peking University
2010–2012: MA in Media Studies, Tsinghua University
2012–2016: PhD in Sexuality and Media Studies, University of Hong Kong

Professional Experience

2016–2018: Research Fellow, Center for Erotic Media Studies, University of Hong Kong
2018–2022: Senior Lecturer in Sexual Media & Literature, Fudan University
2022–Present: Director of Erotic Media Research Program, Asian Institute of Sexuality Studies
Consultant for international publishing houses and media platforms on erotic content ethics and representation

Research Cases & Projects

Case Study 1: Analysis of modern Chinese erotic web novels (2020–2021) Result: Identified patterns of consent portrayal and gender representation; findings published in Journal of Erotic Media, 2021.
Case Study 2: Cross-cultural comparison of erotic literature readership in East Asia (2019–2020) Result: Revealed key differences in reader engagement and perception of intimacy; informed guidelines for responsible publishing.
Project 3: Digital Erotica Ethics Initiative (2021–2023) Result: Developed ethical framework adopted by 5 major online platforms; cited in UNESCO report on digital sexual content.

Notable Quotes from Publications

"Understanding erotic media is not merely about desire; it is about the intersection of culture, consent, and narrative responsibility." — Journal of Erotic Media, 2021
"Erotic literature provides a mirror to social norms and a space for exploring the complexities of human sexuality." — Asian Sexuality Review, 2020

Selected Scientific Publications

Zhou, W. (2022). "Digital Erotica and Audience Ethics." International Journal of Sexual Media Studies, 10(2), 145–172.
Zhou, W., & Lin, Y. (2021). "Erotic Web Novels in Contemporary China: Gender and Consent." Journal of Erotic Media, 8(4), 55–78.
Zhou, W. (2020). "Cross-Cultural Analysis of Erotic Literature Reception." Asian Sexuality Review, 12(1), 101–124.

Professional Memberships

International Association for the Study of Sexuality, Culture & Society (IASSCS)
Asian Erotic Media Research Network (AEMRN)
Society for Media Ethics and Sexuality Studies (SMESS)

Participation in International Projects

Lead Researcher, UNESCO Digital Sexual Content Ethics Project (2021–2023)
Advisor, Global Erotic Literature Literacy Initiative (2020–2022)
Collaborator, Cross-Asia Study on Erotic Media Representation (2019–2021)

Work on Educational Programs

Creator of workshops on safe and responsible erotic media consumption for universities
Developed online curriculum on erotic media analysis for media studies students
Trainer for educators and content creators on cultural sensitivity in sexual content

Interviews, Lectures, and Podcasts

Featured in "Erotic Media Today" Podcast on cross-cultural erotic literature trends
Guest lecturer at Asia-Pacific Media Studies Conference, 2022
Interviewed by South China Morning Post on ethics in online erotic publishing

Unique Values and Experience

Dr. Zhou Weihao uniquely bridges literary analysis, media studies, and sexuality research. His work emphasizes ethical storytelling, cultural context, and inclusivity in erotic media. By integrating research findings into practical frameworks for creators and platforms, he advances both academic knowledge and real-world impact in sexual literacy and media ethics.