Christina Dunbar-Hester
2 books
About the Author
Christina Dunbar-Hester is an acclaimed scholar and author whose work bridges science, technology, and environmental justice. With a PhD in Communication from the University of Pennsylvania, she serves as an associate professor at Rutgers University, where she explores the intersections of media, infrastructure, and social equity. Her research draws on extensive fieldwork to illuminate how technological systems impact marginalized communities, advocating for more inclusive approaches to innovation. In her debut book, Oil Beach: How Toxic Infrastructure Threatens Life in the Ports of Los Angeles and Beyond, Dunbar-Hester delves into the ecological and human costs of industrial ports, blending rigorous analysis with compelling narratives to expose hidden environmental threats. Her writing has appeared in leading academic journals and popular outlets, making complex issues accessible to a broad audience.
Common genres
Writing style
rigorous
accessible
narrative-driven
