Dr. Janet Vertesi

Biography

Janet Vertesi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Princeton University, where she specializes in the sociology of science and technology. Her research investigates the dynamics of NASA’s robotic spacecraft teams, and she has published extensively, including works such as 'Seeing Like Rover' and 'Shaping Science.' Funded by the National Science Foundation, her studies delve into the social and organizational aspects of technology and surveillance in the contemporary digital workplace. Vertesi’s research focuses on critical technical practices, the implications of living in a digitally surveilled society, and the intersection of society with technology. She endorses a critical stance on the influence of Big Tech and advocates for the exploration of anti-racist technology design. Her academic contributions extend to teaching courses on technology and society, organizational sociology, human-computer interaction, and the impacts of digital living. Vertesi has been recognized for her interdisciplinary approach and her role in examining the sociocultural dynamics involved in engineering efforts and planetary exploration. She has held various academic positions, including Faculty Fellowships and research roles at renowned institutions, and actively participates in professional associations related to sociology, computing, and technology studies.

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