Dr. Noé López is an anthropologist whose research explores modern indigeneity within the context of global political, economic, and technological transformations. Specializing in the Mixtec people of southern Mexico, his work examines how diaspora communities navigate sovereignty, nationalism, and citizenship, while adapting to and preserving communal identity across borders.
A cornerstone of Dr. López’s scholarship is his investigation of the intersection between indigeneity, gender, and sexuality. His research challenges conventional frameworks by exploring how indigenous queer individuals not only navigate but also actively reshape cultural and political boundaries. Dr. López offers cutting-edge insights into the ways marginalized groups within indigenous communities assert their identities, confront historical exclusion, and engage with contemporary struggles for visibility, rights, and recognition.
Dr. López integrates traditional anthropological methodologies with innovative approaches to transnationalism, digital connectivity, and intersectionality, contributing transformative perspectives on the evolving dynamics of indigeneity in a globalized world. His work not only pushes academic boundaries but also provides a theoretical foundation for understanding the complexities of identity, belonging, and power in a rapidly changing global context.
In addition to his scholarly work, Dr. López conducts applied research on financial practices and economic behaviors within Latino/a populations in the United States. He has served as a consultant and researcher for technology firms in Miami, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to address systemic financial exclusion and banking disparities affecting Latino communities. His applied work spans the United States, Mexico, Canada, and the United Kingdom, bridging academic inquiry with real-world impact.
Dr. López has held teaching appointments in History and International Studies and has presented his work at prestigious academic conferences across Latin America and Europe, solidifying his position as an influential voice in both the academic and professional realms.
