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Cynthia Taylor is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Rhode Island College and an instructor at the University of Rhode Island. She teaches courses in anthropology and sociology while focusing on science communication and education.
- Education: PhD in Biology/Science Education and Society (2020, University of Rhode Island), MA in Biocultural Anthropology (2006, University of Arizona), BA in Anthropology (2003, University of Rhode Island).
Her research explores the social dimensions of scientific knowledge, public engagement with science, and inclusive communication in biology, genetics, and evolution. Themes include metaphor use in science, equity in virtual education, and policy challenges in genetic technologies. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches bridging anthropology, sociology, and biology education.
She teaches courses such as Introduction to Biological Anthropology, Anthropological Perspectives on Childhood, and Primate Ecology and Social Behavior. Her work emphasizes technology integration, inclusivity, and democratic governance in science education and policy.
