Dr. Juan Manuel Rubio
Assistant Professor (2025)
Department of History
University of California, Riverside
juan.rubio@ucr.edu
Mining and the Environment
My book manuscript examines a series of environmental conflicts connected to the rise of industrial copper mining in Central Peru. More
Social Histories
I write about the struggles of mine workers, Indigenous communities, and mine-owners in Peru. More
Mining and Climate Justice
As part of the Blue Lab at Princeton University, I am co-leading a team that investigates the impact of new lithium mining projects on local communities in the U.S. and Latin America. More
Community-based Research
I work closely with EJ organizations to study soil contamination in communities impacted by the lead and gasoline industry. More
Historical Roadways and Lead Contamination
My co-authored article found leaded gasoline to be the most prominent contributor to the ongoing soil-lead crisis in Santa Ana, CA. More
Audio Documentary
My first audio documentary follows researchers and historians as they try to unearth the causes behind the soil-lead crisis in Santa Ana, CA. More
