Aharon De Grassi

Dr. Aharon De Grassi is a Lecturer in the Department of Geography and Urban & Regional Planning at San José State University. He holds a PhD in Geography from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MPhil in Development Studies from the Institute of Development Studies, University of Sussex. His research focuses on the political economy of rural development in Africa, particularly Angola's post-war reconstruction processes, agrarian studies, and political ecology.

Education:

• PhD, Geography, University of California, Berkeley
• MPhil, Development Studies, Institute of Development Studies, University of Sussex
• BA, Development Studies, University of California, Berkeley

Research Interests: Dr. De Grassi examines the interplay between states and societies in shaping rural development, with a focus on Angola's oil-fueled reconstruction, infrastructure linkages, and the socio-spatial dynamics of colonial and post-colonial histories. His current book project, Rebuilding Angola, explores these themes. He has conducted extensive fieldwork in Angola and other African countries.

Grants & Advising: While specific grants are not detailed, his work has involved collaborative research with institutions like the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED). No listed advisees are mentioned.

Labs/Teams: Not explicitly mentioned in available texts.