Dr. Laura Nelson

Biography

Laura Nelson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of British Columbia, focusing on computational methods applied to social research. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of California-Berkeley. Her work examines social movements, culture, gender, and organizations, using techniques such as text analysis, machine learning, and network analysis. Nelson's research has addressed topics including collective identities in social movements, women's movements, and gender inequality in various fields. She has also developed innovative frameworks that integrate qualitative methods with computational approaches. Nelson is currently co-Principal Investigator on a grant from the National Science Foundation, investigating the dissemination of gender-equity ideas within STEM disciplines in higher education. She has taught courses on computational methods and data science, emphasizing the application of these skills in the social sciences.

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