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Marcus Taylor is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at Queen's University, specializing in Political Ecology, Global Development Studies, and Labour. His research focuses on the complex social and ecological dynamics affecting rural regions amid political economic turbulence and climate change. Taylor's current SSHRC-funded project investigates transformations in rice production in contemporary Asia through fieldwork in semi-arid India, drawing insights from farmers, labourers, and policymakers. Additionally, he critiques established concepts of climate change adaptation in international development through his published work, notably the book 'Political Ecology and Climate Change Adaptation' (Routledge, 2015). His research interests include the interplay of government policies, environmental change, and rural livelihoods, as well as themes related to the political economy of development, labour markets, and anti-poverty policies in Latin America. He welcomes graduate students interested in studying the social, political, and environmental forces impacting contemporary agriculture and food security.
Queen's University • Kingston, ON
Teaching and conducting research in the field of Sociology, focusing on Global Development Studies and Political Ecology.
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