Juan Camilo Cajigas Rotundo is an Assistant Professor in the School of Public Health at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Colombia. His research engages with ontological politics, exploring the interrelation between affect, decolonial theory, and nature-cultures. Cajigas Rotundo teaches various courses including Environmental Humanities and Political Ontologies. He has been involved in academic roles at notable universities such as University of California, Davis and Universidad El Bosque, delivering lectures on cultural studies and social theory. His publication contributions span multiple formats including book chapters and journal articles, focusing on topics like socioecological movements and environmental citizenship. In addition, he has served as a guest editor for various academic journals, further showcasing his commitments to critical and interdisciplinary scholarship. His work addresses the intricate dynamics of ecological reparations and social conflicts, positioning him as a prominent voice in the field of Cultural Studies and Environmental Humanities. With a background that merges academic rigor with a passion for social justice, Cajigas Rotundo continues to contribute to a deeper understanding of the intersections between culture, environment, and society.
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana • Colombia
Teaching courses related to Environmental Humanities and Cultural Studies.
Instituto de Recursos Naturales Alexander von Humboldt • Colombia
Conducted research on knowledge practices and political ontologies.