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Research interests
His teaching and research interests are in rural and environmental sociology. His research has focused on immigration and social disparities in agri-food systems, and community perceptions and adaptations to environmental challenges in the U.S. and Latin America.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Sociology and Sustainable Agriculture, Iowa State University
Award Date: 15 Jul 2014
Master, Sociology and Sustainable Agriculture, Iowa State University
Award Date: 15 Jul 2010
Bachelor, Anthropology, Universidad de la República
Award Date: 15 Dec 2006
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
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