Dr. Alessandra Gonzalez

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alessandra Lucia Gonzalez is an Assistant Research Professor in the field of Economics. Her recent research focuses on the challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting resilience, adaptation, and strategic engagement. She has published notable articles, including "Resilience, adaptation and strategic engagement: Saudi female entrepreneurs confront Covid-19" in the International Journal of Gender and Entrepreneurship, where she outlines lessons learned for women business owners. Other significant works include investigations into the labor market dynamics within the Gulf Cooperation Council and social norms affecting women's employment at home. Gonzalez's expertise is sought in areas related to gender, work, and organizational behavior. She has also acted as a Principal Investigator for research examining social norms influencing female labor force participation in Jordan.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Research Professor

2024-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Conducts research and teaches in the field of economics with a focus on gender and labor markets.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)