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Sarah E. Vaughn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of California, Berkeley. Her research focuses on the intersections of environmental anthropology, critical social theory, and science technology studies, particularly regarding climate change adaptation. Vaughn obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from Cornell University in 2006, majoring in Anthropology, and received her Ph.D. from Columbia University in 2013. Her work examines the social networks of accountability that influence climate adaptation projects, with fieldwork primarily situated in Guyana and Bermuda. Vaughn challenges conventional narratives by exploring how climate adaptation intersects with cultural and engineering practices. She is the author of the book 'Engineering Vulnerability: Pursuit of Climate Adaptation,' which critiques global climate change initiatives through the lens of settler colonialism. Her recent research projects further investigate the dynamics of technology in climate adaptation and the ethical implications of the reinsurance industry in environmental governance. Vaughn's research is supported by prestigious fellowships and grants, indicative of her active role in academia and contribution to the field of anthropology.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA, USA
Teaching and conducting research in the field of environmental anthropology, focusing on climate change and its socio-cultural implications.
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