Fangzhou Wang
University of Texas at Arlington Assistant Professor at University of Texas at Arlington, researching about online romance scams and other forms of image-based sexual abuse from an international perspective.
About this speaker
Dr. Fangzhou Wang earned her doctoral degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice from Georgia State University in May 2023. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from Temple University, followed by a Master's degree in Criminology from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Wang's research pursuits revolve around understanding the intricate behaviors, particularly linguistic aspects, exhibited by online romance fraudsters. Her focus also extends to investigating the risk and protective factors that influence individuals falling victim to online romance scams. Moreover, her interests encompass exploring various forms of image-based violence prevalent in the digital realm. Dr. Wang has been featured in various media outlets, including The Conversation, The Wired Magazine, and Georgia State News Hub. Her current academic contributions are published in academic journals, including Social Science Computer Review, American Journal of Criminal Justice, Crime and Delinquency, Victims and Offenders, Deviant Behaviors, and the International Journal of Cyber Criminology.
