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Isabelle Higgins is a Teaching Associate specializing in Media Culture and Sociological Theory at the University of Cambridge. Her research interests focus on the intersection of technology and everyday life, particularly examining how emergent technologies influence social dynamics and concepts of power and inequality. Isabelle's doctoral research explored the design and use of the internet in relation to children's adoption processes in the USA, analyzing government-run photo listings and the roles of various stakeholders like adoption agencies and influencers in shaping representations of children. Currently, she holds a Tech Policy Fellowship at the University of California, Berkeley, where she investigates the policy implications of Generative AI technologies grounded in her empirical research. With a strong commitment to decolonial scholarship, Isabelle has also led projects addressing decolonization efforts within her collegiate environment. Her teaching at Cambridge includes designing and delivering lectures across several sociology courses. She has been recognized for her inclusive teaching practices and has received multiple fellowships and awards throughout her academic career, reflecting her dedication to advancing both research and education in sociology.
Pembroke College, University of Cambridge • Cambridge, England
Teaching Associate focusing on Media Culture and Sociological Theory.
Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.