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Matthew Hull is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Michigan, specializing in semiotics, bureaucracy, governance, corporations, urban planning, material culture, and science and technology in South Asia. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago, earned in 2003. As the Director of the Center for South Asian Studies, Hull integrates his research interests into a broader understanding of cultural dynamics and institutional frameworks in the region. His work examines how bureaucratic practices and corporate structures shape social and cultural life, particularly in urban contexts. Hull's academic contributions enhance the exploration of material culture and its implications for understanding technology's role in society. He actively engages in teaching, offering courses on responsible conduct in anthropological research and the intersections of corporations and democracy. Hull's research not only informs scholarly dialogue but also contributes to applied discussions concerning governance and planning in South Asian locales.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science