John Soluri

John Soluri is a Professor in the Department of History at Carnegie Mellon University, part of the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences. His research focuses on the intersection of environmental history, agricultural practices, and commodity trade between Latin America and the United States.

His 2005 book, Banana Cultures, examines the production and consumption dynamics of food commodities. The book's themes align with broader interests in urban food systems, as highlighted by departmental initiatives like the Andrew W. Mellon Grant-funded seminar on urban food and water provisioning. While specific details about his recent publications or advisees are not explicitly mentioned in the provided texts, his work has been a recurring feature in academic discussions at Carnegie Mellon.