Laura Grünberg

Prof. Laura Grünberg is a Professor at the Faculty of Sociology and Social Work, University of Bucharest. She is a leading figure in gender studies in Romania, specializing in the sociological analysis of gender, education, civil society, and urban spaces. Her work critically examines gender norms, fluidity, and their intersections with race, class, and ethnicity. She coordinates the academic journal AnaLize – Journal for Gender and Feminist Studies and led the 2018 Gender Barometer for Romania, a comprehensive study on gender dynamics. Additionally, she contributes to children’s literature, bridging academic and public engagement.

Research Contributions:

• Initiated gender studies in Romania through interdisciplinary research
• Explores gender phobia, stereotypes, and discrimination in education, media, and labor markets
• Analyses gender patterns in migration, social networks, and public policies

Key Projects:

• Gender Barometer Romania 2018
• Coordinator of AnaLize journal

Public Engagement: Active in science communication, including the UB Conferences series discussing gender topics like 'Gender-Phobia: Guide to Befriending Gender.' Her work emphasizes critical analysis of societal structures perpetuating inequality.