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Jennifer Brown is an Associate Professor of Sociology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Long Island University (LIU) Post. She joined the faculty in Fall 2010 and teaches courses on gender and race inequalities, environmental sociology, globalization, and feminism. Her research explores the intersection of gender, technology, and social resistance, with a regional focus on the United States and Latin America.
Research Interests: Dr. Brown specializes in gender, race, globalization, environmental sociology, technology and society, and Latin American social movements. Her work critically examines public perceptions of emerging technologies, particularly in agriculture and nanotechnology, and investigates how marginalized communities resist technological interventions. She has conducted extensive research on indigenous opposition to biotechnology in Mexico and public deliberation on nanotech applications in the U.S.
Publication Trends: Her recent publications focus on the societal implications of technological innovation in food systems and environmental applications. Themes include equity, public engagement, ethical concerns, and cultural resistance. Her work bridges sociology, science and technology studies (STS), and environmental justice.
- Member, American Sociological Association
- Member, Eastern Sociological Association
- Member, Sociologists for Women in Society
Advising and Grants: While no students or grants are listed in the provided text, Dr. Brown's research trajectory suggests active engagement in externally funded interdisciplinary projects, particularly those involving science and society. Her postdoctoral experience at the Center for Nanotechnology in Society indicates prior involvement in large-scale, policy-relevant research initiatives.
Labs and Research Teams: Dr. Brown previously contributed to research at the Center for Nanotechnology in Society (CNS) at UC Santa Barbara, both as a Postdoctoral Scholar and Visiting Researcher. This affiliation highlights her participation in a major interdisciplinary research center focused on the societal dimensions of emerging technologies.
