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Dr. Kelly Bronson is an Assistant Professor at the School of Sociological and Anthropological Studies within the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ottawa. She holds the Canada Research Chair (II) in Science & Society, focusing on political and economic decision-making around controversial technologies such as GMOs, big data, and hydraulic fracturing. Her work bridges technical knowledge with community values to shape evidence-based policy-making.
- PhD in Cultural Studies (Science and Technology), York University (2013)
- MA in Sociology of Biotechnology, University of Saskatchewan (2005)
- BScH in Environmental Biology, Queen's University (2001)
Dr. Bronson specializes in Science and Technology Studies, examining the intersection of big data, agriculture, and policy-making. Her research spans environmental justice, Indigenous knowledge integration, and responsible innovation frameworks. She advocates for grassroots leadership and critical analysis of corporate data strategies in agrifood systems.
Recent publications highlight themes in digital agriculture, data assetization, and living labs for sustainability. Her work addresses socio-ecological implications of agribusiness, ethical AI, and stakeholder inclusion in policy design. Key trends include critiques of technological determinism and power dynamics in innovation.
- Canada Research Chair (II) in Science & Society
- Contributions to journals like Big Data & Society and Journal of Responsible Innovation
Dr. Bronson teaches courses on Research Design in Sociology and Science & Society decision-making. She leads the Science and Technology Studies Food and Agriculture Network (STSFAN) and contributes to sustainability transitions through participatory frameworks. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and ethical governance in technological development.
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