Special Projects

Indigenous People Initiative

Evidence of Malayo-Polynesian people living in Taiwan dates back 12,000 to 15,000 years. DNA analysis of the Austronesian linguistic group, spanning the Pacific and reaching into the Indian Ocean, traces most of the group’s origins to Taiwan from 3000+ BC. Today on Taiwan there are 16 officially recognized indigenous groups making up 2.3% of the population.

Far Ocean Fishing, Placemaking and Formations of Taiwanese Indigenous Identity

Culture on Trial: Rights and Rule Crafting Processes in Taiwan’s Special Indigenous Tribunals

Behavioral Ecology and the Evolution of Indigenous Taiwanese Farming

Meeting in the Mountains

Creating a Portraiture of the Indigenous Inhabitants of Taiwan

Weaving Identity: Atayal Textile Practices in Taiwan

"For my Fulbright work I chose a topic of immense richness, the aboriginal people of Taiwan. What I found exceeded my every expectation. I have had encounters and exchanges, celebrated the sacred rites and important dates on the harvest and hunting calendars of the Amis, the Paiwan, the Atayal and Saisiyat peoples. This was a mixture of scholarship and art."

Ancient Sailing Techniques among Taiwan’s Indigenous Peoples

Returning, A Musical Composition Influenced by the Aboriginal and Han Cultures of Taiwan

Indigenous Studies, Gender Studies, and Feminism

Taiwanese High School Students’ Peer, Family, and Academic Stressors and Mental Health Concerns: Indigenous and Interdependent Coping Strategies

Sociocultural Determinants of Excess Unintentional Injury Mortality Among Aboriginal People in Eastern Taiwan: A Mixed-methods Study

2018-2019 Lecturer

Spatial Explorations of Indigenous Architecture and Urban Settlements in Taiwan

2018-2019 Researcher

Social Support in Vocational Rehabilitation Outcomes for Indigenous People with Disability and Chronic Illness in Taiwan

2019-2020 Fellow

Broadcasting Indigenous Futures: Hope and Resilience at Taiwan Indigneous Television

2022-2023 Lecturer/Researcher

Supporting Children and Teachers in Indigenous Taiwanese Communities

Pacific Corals Holistic Project

Coral reefs contain staggering Ｂiodiversity, provide food to millions, protect and create land, supply natural medicines, and are simply beautiful. Today, human activity continues to destroy reefs, while CO2 emissions warm the environment and add acidity to the oceans. All degrade coral habitat. Taiwan’s corals offer a unique opportunity. Cold water upsurges from a nearby deep ocean trench and hot water discharges from a power plant surprisingly result in temperature adaptive corals.

Empirical and Comparing the Operating Management between National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium and California Academy of Sciences

Parallels and Meridians: Painted Interpretations of the Kenting Reef

Taiwan, China, and Claim Characteristics in the South China Sea

International Disputes, Imperial Decrees and Social Customs: Plundering of Western Vessels by Coastal Villagers in 19th-century Taiwan

What is the Economic Benefit of the Houbihu Marine Reserve?

A study on adjustment strategies for displaced fishing efforts in marine protected areas

Understanding the Elements of Success in Coral Reef Research and Aquaculture Industry in Hawaii: Lessons for Taiwan

Coral Reef Ecology and Convention in Kenting National Park

2019-2020 Fellow

Conservation of marine biodiversity: an ecological assessment of Kenting National Park

Tomorrow’s Rivers Initiative

Taiwan’s long, narrow topography with its mountain spine provides a unique laboratory. Taiwan’s mountains are new with 286 peaks of 10,000 feet, and the longest river is only 115 miles. So, slopes are very steep with light soil cover. This is combined with 3-6+ typhoons a year, each bringing rainfall that can reach 3+ feet a day. Erosion, bridge and structure underscoring, fisheries, flooding, landslides, sedimentation in reservoirs, dams, and wildlife are dramatically impacted.

Effect of Floodplain Inundation on River Pollution in Taiwan’s Strong Monsoonal Climate

Dam Imperialism: The Case of the Wusantou Dam, Tainan, and Related Projects

Ecological, Economic, and Engineering Sustainability through Sediment Management in Reservoirs

Bridge Scour Monitoring and Modeling for Next-Generation Resilient Structures

Mathematical Modeling in Biology, Modeling the Formosan Salmon

2018-2019 Postdoctoral Researcher

The Biogeography of Flatfishes (Pleuronectiformes): When, Where and How Did Flatfishes Originate and Diversify?

2022-2023 Researcher

Hydroclimatic Extremes and Water Resource Sustainability under Climate Change: Taiwanese Context

English Education Project

English is mandated down to the 3rd grade and often taught earlier. English is also a priority in developing a 21st century innovation economy. Researchers and teachers work with universities on multiple projects. Locally, 89 ETAs teach English to elementary and middle school students. Independent research at National Taiwan Normal University produces multiple MA theses, which fortunately validate the anecdotal feedback that the program is very successful.

American Literature & Creative Writing in Taiwan

American Literature and Creative Writing for Taiwanese Students

Development for ETAs in Taiwan

Principled Eclecticism in Post-Methods Era in ELT Instruction, Curriculum Development & Assessment in an EFL Context

Development for ETAs in Taiwan” to “Improving English Speaking Proficiency and Lowering the Affective Filter in East Asian Adult Learners

2018-2019 Lecturer

Using Children’s Literature to Enhance Teaching and Learning in an EFL Context

Teaching Materials

ETA Story Books

FLTA Story Books

ETA Case Study

Cross-strait Studies

Comparisons and contrasts between the mainland and Taiwan are fascinating. Similarly, the Cross-Strait (on the webpage) relationship is one of the most internationally sensitive. These studies look at issues from a comparative perspective, providing rich insights from all appropriate disciplines; however the following are emphasized: Area Studies, Economics, Environmental Sciences, Law, Political Science, and Public Administration.

Understanding Sustainable Supply Chain Management Practices in Taiwan

Determinants and Performance of Cross-border Mergers and Acquisitions across the Taiwan Strait 2000-2013

Chinese Tourists in Taiwan: Tourism and State Territoriality

China Roar: Painting Societies and the Creation of Modern Chinese Art

Opening of a Cross-Strait Electronic Fund Transfer Link in 2012 as a Comparative Case Study Legal, Administrative and Innovation Cultures

Risk Factors for Childhood Obesity in Preschool-Age Chinese Children in Taiwan and China

Cross-Strait Book Manuscript and South China Sea Claims

Urbanization and environmental change under institutional change, globalization, and historical/cultural influences: Comparative analysis of Taipei and Shanghai

2018-2019 Fellow

Comparative Study of Betel Nut Consumption: Culture & Carcinogenicity in Taiwan & China

2019-2020 Cross-Strait Studies Researcher

Who Are We? Evolution of Immigration Policy in Taiwan and Mainland China

2019-2020 Fellow

From Sunflowers to Suits: Movement Party Success in Taiwan

Public Health Research

Taiwan’s comprehensive National Health Insurance (NHI), implemented in 1995, has been recognized as a miracle in the public health field. Understanding how to fairly and efficiently distribute the medical resources for its 23 million citizens, Taiwan can contribute its experience to the world.

An Empirical Study on the Intentions of Physicians in Adopting Electronic Medical Records with Modified Technology Acceptance Models

Potential for Long-Distance Transport of the Flu Virus from Mainland China to Taiwan

Effects of Arsenic Exposure on Adverse Birth Outcomes in the Lanyang Basin

The Interplay Between Chronic Kidney Disease, Socioeconomic Status and Obesity in Taiwan

To understand the strategies, programs and effects of the healthcare reforms conducted under or along with the Affordable Care Act in the US

Understanding Taiwan’s National Health Insurance Experience: A Wealth of Information for Effectiveness Research and a Source of Perspective for Future Policy

The Role of Patients in Medical Decision Making in Taipei Hospitals

Integrating Community and Research to Address Hepatitis C Endemic in Taiwan

Urbanization and environmental change under institutional change, globalization, and historical/cultural influences: Comparative analysis of Taipei and Shanghai

2021-2022 Researcher

Mobile technology-based Health Promotion Intervention among Sedentary Workers in Taiwan

2022-2023 Researcher

Study of Taiwan’s Implementation of Social Policies to Support Older Adults and Their Caregivers

Arts & Culture

With the unique historical and geographic context, Taiwan developed a vibrant and diverse arts and culture scene. Arts and culture has been Fulbright Taiwan’s special foci for over 30 years. Many famous artists, including Jane Ingram Allen, Chi Pang-Yuan, Lin Hwai-min, and Yu Kwang-chung have been supported by FSE.

Discover the Potential of Taiwan Local Pottery Material

The Traditions of Chinese Painting Conservation

The Transition of Traditional Chinese Art into Contemporary Art: The Artistic Realization of Overseas Chinese Artists in the United States

Cross-Cultural Explorations in Second Life

Taiwanese Minnan Glove Puppet Theater in Regional Perspective

Performing Editions of Taiwanese Buddhist Chant

Sounds of Taipei, a new multi-media work

A Study of Chaya Czernowin’s Music and Aesthetics

Resident Coordinator of Ensembles and Teacher of Conducting

Developing Interdisciplinary Creativity in Composition and Music Technology in Taiwan

Cultural Cartography: Visual Language in the Hybridized Culture of Taiwan

2018-2019 Lecturer

Human-Bird Sculpture in Taiwan: Cross-Culture & Environmental Potential

2019-2020 Cross-Strait Studies Researcher

Getting to know the Tianran du: A Study of Taiwan’s Sunflower Generation

2020-2021 Lecturer/Researcher

Modified Land: A Series of Woodblock Prints

2020-2021 Fellow

Reviving Pith Paper Crafts in Taiwan

2020-2021 Fellow

Word Music – A Study in Traditional Chinese Music

2201-2022 Fellow

Soundscape Preservation through Field Recording with the Soundscape Association of Taiwan

2022-2023 Lecturer

Seeding the Future: Teaching Classical Piano and Pedagogy in Taiwan

2022-2023 Lecturer/Researcher

Teaching and Performing in Taiwan

2022-2023 Fellow

Triple Concerto for Pipa, Guitar, and Dan Nguyet

2022-2023 Fellow

Tying the Friendship Knot

Special Projects

Indigenous People Initiative

Donald Hatfield

Chris Upton

Pei-Lin Yu

Terry O’Reilly

Brenda Zlamany

Jennifer Huang

Mary Hamilton

Shih-Hui Chen

Tricia Lin

Christine Yeh

Stephen Pan

Latoya Kamdang

Chih-Chin Chou

Eliana Ritts

Catherine Lilly

Pacific Corals Holistic Project

Tsai-Ping Ma

Craig Voligny

Kimberly Wilson

Yu-Ju Lin

Nathaniel Maynard

Chung-Ling Chen

Tung-Yung Fan

Richard Sleboda

Ashley Bang

Tomorrow’s Rivers Initiative

Erich Hester

Philip Brown

Desiree Tullos

Kenneth Loh

Laurie Battle

Matthew Campbell

Yadu Pokhrel

English Education Project

Robert Davidson

Robert Siegel

Chiung-Yao Carolyn Ho

Yilin Sun

Marilyn Rahilly

Agnes Tang

Teaching Materials

Cross-strait Studies

Injazz J. Chen

Monica Yang

Ian Rowen

Julia Andrews

Jane Winn

Jyu-Lin Chen

Chunjuan Nancy Wei

Peilei Fan

Anika Ullah

Carl Minzner

Lev Nachman

Public Health Research

Wei-Min Huang

Linsey Marr

Lillian Sie

Erin Shigekawa

Shou-Hsia Cheng

Steven Fox

Evelyn Siu

Jereen Kwong

OiSaeng Hong

Jeanne Shea

Arts & Culture

Simon Levin

Carmen Chiu

Ling-Ting Chiu

Mary Stokrocki Vallicella

Joshua Stenberg

Reed Criddle

Kurt Stallmann

Yu-Jen Sung

Rodney Winther

Jacob Sudol

Elaine Ng

Sarah Haviland

Shelley Rigger