Taylor Dotson

Taylor Dotson is an Associate Professor at New Mexico Tech in the Department of Science and Technology Studies. He teaches interdisciplinary social science courses examining the culture and politics of science and technology, including topics like risk governance, environmental controversies, and the sociopolitical impacts of technological systems.

• PhD in Science and Technology Studies from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2015)
• MS in Industrial Mathematics from New Mexico Tech (2009)
• BS in Mathematics from New Mexico Tech (2006)

His research focuses on democratic governance of science and technology, vaccine skepticism, biodiversity conservation, and the role of expertise in policymaking. He critiques apocalyptic rhetoric in political discourse and advocates for 'thoughtful partisanship' over technocratic solutions.

Detailed analysis of his recent publications shows recurring themes around democratic deliberation, the limitations of fact-checking, and reconciling lay knowledge with scientific authority in environmental governance. His work often bridges Science and Technology Studies with practical policy concerns.

As a collaborator with the NMT Climate & Water Consortium and rugby football club coach, he integrates academic rigor with community engagement. His current projects include advancing German language fluency and analyzing post-normal science policy challenges.