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Professor Jeffrey H. Cohen, PhD.

Professor Jeffrey H. Cohen, PhD, is Professor of Anthropology at the Ohio State University (OSU), United States of America. Renowned for his research on migration, development, foodways, and transnationalism, his career bridges academic scholarship and community-engaged research across the Americas and beyond. His work has made a significant contribution to understanding how global socio-economic forces shape the lived experiences of migrant communities, particularly those originating from Mexico.

Through his teaching, mentorship, and scholarship, Professor Cohen continues to inspire generations of anthropologists and students worldwide. His work exemplifies the power of ethnographic research to illuminate the connections between local cultures and global processes, demonstrating how human communities navigate change with resilience, innovation, and a sense of cultural pride.