Vololona Rabeharisoa

Vololona Rabeharisoa is a Professor affiliated with MINES ParisTech, specializing in the sociological study of civil society's engagement with scientific and technical activities. Her research focuses on transformative effects of patient organizations in biomedical research, governance of health systems, and drug development, particularly in rare diseases. She also explores genomics' societal implications and the role of lay expertise in criminal justice. Her work bridges Science and Technology Studies with medical sociology, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches.

Research Interests: She examines how patient advocacy shapes therapeutic innovation, the ethics of drug pricing, and the intersection of genetics with public health. Recent projects include genetic diagnosis of CADASIL syndrome and DNA fingerprinting in forensic contexts. Her studies highlight sociological dimensions of clinical research, including patient experiences with rare diseases and the evolving role of victims in legal systems.

Advising & Grants: While no specific advisees are listed, her research projects suggest involvement in collaborative initiatives on health policy and genomics. Funding sources and grant details are not detailed in the provided text.

Labs/Teams: Affiliation details with specific research groups or laboratories are not explicitly mentioned, though her work aligns with interdisciplinary teams studying science-society interactions.