Science explains the leaf. History gives it context. Craft brings it to life. Meet the people listed on IACT’s expert committee and explore the fields behind their work.
茶 · 学 · 人Individual perspectives on tea, its traditions, and its place in the world.
Tea science & researchListed by IACT as an associate professor in Huazhong Agricultural University’s tea department. His work includes tea science research and textbook contributions.
Scientific research and technical understanding of tea.
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Anthropology & contemporary tea cultureA researcher of contemporary Chinese tea culture and a contributor to Teaglish Situational Dialogues. His published profile explores tea art, identity, and cultural exchange.
How tea practices connect language, people, and contemporary culture.
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Tea heritage & cultural historyA scholar of Chinese tea culture and heritage whose publications include work on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. His interests connect history, tourism, and cultural understanding.
Tea’s place in cultural heritage and exchange.
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Tea craft, evaluation & agricultureAn agriculture PhD graduate of Nanjing Agricultural University, with experience in agronomy, tea making, evaluation, and science communication.
Connections between tea production, quality evaluation, and public education.
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Brand strategy & international marketsFounder of wegoglobal and a brand and marketing strategist. His published profile focuses on supporting Chinese entrepreneurs in international markets and cross-cultural communication.
An international business and communication perspective.
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Oolong craftsmanship & tea ceremonyA tea maker and taster whose published profile includes traditional Dongding oolong craftsmanship and instruction in the International Wuwo Tea Gathering.
The practice of tea making, tasting, and shared tea gatherings.
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