James R. MastersonJames R. Masterson is MPA Dir. and Assoc. Professor of Political Science at Morehead State University. He recently served as the Dir. of International Education. He earned his Ph.D. in Political Science from the University. of Cincinnati. His researc focuses on IR theory and research methodology with specialization on IPE. His research interests include the IR of E Asia in general and analyzing the nexus of PRC foreign and economic relations with the world in particular. His publications examine the effects economic factors have on PRC political relations with its neighbors from 1987-2001, and the world from 1990-2005. He co-authored a piece in E-IR examining the effectiveness of China's air quality plan on pollution levels in Beijing. He published 2 book chapters on the social media in China and how its use affects government response to events. He has co-authored articles in the Cont. Journal of Anthropology and Sociology and Education About Asia. He is co-authoring manuscripts advancing our understanding of the influence that bilateral meetings with PRC's leaders have on its foreign relations. Read More Read Less