Julia Nevarez

Julia Nevarez is a Professor in the Department of Political, Social and Cultural Sciences at Kean University's College of Liberal Arts, specializing in urban sociology and data-driven environmental research. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical governance solutions for contemporary urban challenges.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Environmental Psychology, Graduate Center, CUNY

Research Focus: Dr. Nevarez investigates urban resilience through interdisciplinary lenses, examining climate adaptation strategies, data governance frameworks, and the socio-spatial dynamics of public institutions. Her research emphasizes how cities navigate globalization pressures while addressing climate vulnerabilities and fostering inclusive public spaces.

Publication Trends: Her monograph trilogy (2009-2020) reveals an evolving trajectory from analyzing global urban transformations to developing concrete disaster governance models, culminating in studies of public infrastructure as catalysts for equitable city branding. This progression demonstrates consistent engagement with data visualization techniques applied to complex urban systems.

Scientific Awards: No awards documented in source materials.

Academic Leadership: She supervises graduate theses while teaching advanced courses including Urban Sociology, Qualitative Methods, and Social Statistics. Her curriculum development emphasizes practical data analytics skills for sociological research across undergraduate and graduate programs.