Sylvia Girel
About Sylvia Girel
Sylvia Girel is a Professor at Aix-Marseille Université, specializing in social sciences. She has held various academic roles since 2010 and has been involved in research and innovation initiatives at the Maison méditerranéenne des sciences de l'homme since 2014.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Sylvia Girel has been a Professor at Aix-Marseille University since 2010. She is affiliated with the MMSH - Maison méditerranéenne des sciences de l'homme, CNRS, where she works in the Laboratoire méditerranéen de sociologie. Her role includes serving as a mission officer for 'Innovation et Numérique' since 2018 and for 'Arts, cultures & sciences' within the Interdisciplinarity Mission since 2021. Additionally, she coordinated the 'Observatoire des Publics et pratiques de la culture - Sciences et société' project, which has been supported by the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation since 2021.
Education and Expertise
Sylvia Girel has a robust educational background in social sciences. She earned her Doctorate in Social Sciences from EHESS - École des hautes études en sciences sociales, completing her studies from 1995 to 2000. She also obtained a Diplôme d'études approfondies (DEA) in social sciences from EHESS between 1993 and 1995. In 2011, she achieved Habilitation à diriger des recherches en sciences sociales at Université Paris Descartes. Her academic journey began at Université Grenoble Alpes, where she studied from 1989 to 1993.
Background
Before her current roles, Sylvia Girel worked at Université d'Aix-Marseille from 2016 to 2019 as an elected member of the research commission and the academic council. She has been involved in various academic and administrative capacities, contributing to the governance and strategic direction of the university. Her extensive experience in higher education spans over a decade, focusing on interdisciplinary approaches in social sciences.
Achievements
Sylvia Girel has a selection of publications available on Halshs and Cairn-info platforms, showcasing her contributions to the field of social sciences. Her work includes significant projects like the 'Observatoire des Publics et pratiques de la culture - Sciences et société,' which reflects her commitment to advancing knowledge and research in cultural practices and societal issues. Her roles as a mission officer highlight her dedication to innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration within the academic community.