Egyptian student investigates Tianjin's "humor gene"

Egyptian international student Wang Shaoxuan has embarked on an investigation in Tianjin, China, to explore the city's renowned "humor gene" and its open character.

Shaoxuan's research focuses on understanding how Tianjin's distinct sense of humor and its international spirit have been shaped over time. He seeks to identify the factors contributing to the city's reputation as a place of inclusivity and wit.

Tianjin is reportedly known throughout China for its peculiar humor, said to be woven into the city's DNA. This inquiry offers an external perspective on the city's cultural distinctiveness.

The project is expected to shed light on how outside observers can analyze and interpret local cultural phenomena, particularly those that may be perceived as difficult to define or 'genetic'.