Robert Wilton

Robert Wilton is a Professor of Social Geography at McMaster University's School of Earth, Environment & Society. His research focuses on the social geographies of disability, exploring barriers to social inclusion in employment, housing, and welfare systems. He has led SSHRC-funded studies on disabled individuals' experiences in labor markets and urban environments. Wilton has co-edited influential books like *Towards Enabling Geographies* and serves as an associate editor for *Health & Place*.

Education: PhD in Geography (University of Southern California, 1999), MA in Geography (University of Southern California, 1994), BA (Hons) in Geography (University of Hull, 1991).

Research Interests: Disability inclusion, mental health geographies, urban accessibility, and the intersection of gender with disability. His work analyzes how spatial contexts shape access to work, housing, and healthcare.

Recent Articles: Recent publications examine disability housing adaptations, mental health workplace negotiations, and cancer risk communication. His research bridges geographical theories with practical policy implications for marginalized groups.

Teaching: Teaches courses on urban social geography, human geography theories, and research methods. Recent courses include *ENVSOCTY 3UR3 Urban Social Geography* and *GEOG 729 Applying Social Theories*.

Collaborations: Co-authors include Ann Fudge Schormans, Nick Marquis, and Nikolaos Yiannakoulias. Over 80 publications since 1993, with active collaborations in Canada and internationally.