معرفی
Sofia Cele is an Associate Professor (Docent) at Uppsala University's Department of Human Geography. She holds a PhD in Human Geography from Stockholm University (2006), a master's in Urban and Regional Planning, and professional qualifications in journalism, creative writing, and horticulture. Her career trajectory includes roles as Assistant Professor, Senior Lecturer, and Associate Professor at Uppsala University.
Research Focus: Cele's work bridges critical urban geography and cultural studies, examining how subjective experiences intersect with political structures. Key themes include:
- Identity formation through place, art, and gardening
- Children's spatial agency in urban environments
- Non-human geographies and urban sustainability
- Feminist methodologies and creative writing as research tools
Recent Scholarship Trends (2015-2023): Cele's publications demonstrate evolving focus areas: early work (2005-2013) pioneered child-centered methodologies; mid-career research (2013-2020) analyzed gendered and refugee spatial politics; current projects (2020-present) explore gardening as socio-ecological resistance and climate action. Methodologically, she emphasizes participatory visual ethnography and walking-based fieldwork.
Awards & Leadership:
- Best Social Science Thesis Award (2006)
- Chair of Garden History Forum
- Supervised 10+ PhD students to completion
Grants & Advising: Actively leads the project "With Your Hands in the Soil" analyzing gardeners' climate responses. Currently supervises four PhD candidates working on urban green spaces, migratory belonging, and participatory design. Secured FORMAS funding for multiple projects on urban sustainability.
Institutional Engagement: Teaches courses on qualitative methods, urban theory, and academic writing across undergraduate/postgraduate levels. Leads Uppsala's annual Cultural Geography Lecture series.
