Amy S.F. Lutz

Amy S.F. Lutz is a Senior Lecturer in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania. Her research intersects disability history and bioethics, focusing on intellectually and developmentally disabled populations, particularly how they challenge the social model of disability. She explores representation in media and cultural depictions, as well as broader themes in the history of medicine, including diagnostic categories and expert authority.

Education: Ph.D. (University of Pennsylvania), M.A. and M.F.A. (Indiana University), B.A. (University of Pennsylvania).

Her research interests include the history of autism, public policy affecting vulnerable populations, the history of psychiatry, and bioethical dilemmas in healthcare advocacy. Her articles address ethical representation, living rights for disabled adults, and the evolving role of diagnostic manuals like the DSM.

Publications span peer-reviewed journals like the American Journal of Bioethics and popular outlets such as The Atlantic and Slate, reflecting her engagement with both academic and public audiences.

Her work emphasizes critical analysis of who speaks for marginalized groups and how cultural narratives shape policy and identity. While no specific grants or advising roles are detailed, her focus on advocacy and representation underscores a commitment to ethical engagement with vulnerable communities.