Tuğçe Ellialti-Köse

Tuğçe Ellialti-Köse is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology & Anthropology at the University of Guelph, affiliated with the College of Social & Applied Human Sciences. Her research focuses on intersections of law, medicine, and social inequality, particularly regarding gender-based violence and criminal justice systems. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Pennsylvania, an MA in Cultural Studies from Sabancı University, and a BA in Sociology from Boğaziçi University.

Her work bridges sociology of law, socio-legal studies, and feminist theory. Key research areas include legal responses to gender-based violence, the role of scientific expertise in state systems, and parenting practices among immigrant families. She emphasizes qualitative methods to analyze interactions within legal and medical frameworks.

Teaching focuses on fostering critical thinking and inclusivity, with mentorship as a core component. Her research on parenting ethics explores how class and immigration status influence childrearing values. While no specific awards or grants are listed, her work addresses systemic inequalities rooted in gender, class, and immigration status.