We are a Social Sciences research group with interests with topics 1 and 3, with experience in sociological surveys, anthropological data collection, and other social sciences methods. We are interested in joining projects that may require social sciences analysis of population interests, social perception of food, or sustainability issues. We have worked in wine, cheese, meat, ciders, beers and other food products.

Social Sciences, Heritage and Food
The Social Sciences, Heritage, and Food Group (SOCIALPAT) conducts interdisciplinary research related to the study of sociocultural aspects in the fields of cultural heritage, food, and agri-food heritage. This work incorporates cross-cutting themes such as consumer studies, circular economy, sustainable development, food sovereignty, feminist studies, and more. From this general framework, we aim to establish connections not only within the social sciences but also with the natural sciences, as part of an integrated, sustainable, applied, and critical approach. The ultimate goal is to develop scientific studies focused on sociocultural controversy contexts, with results that contribute to academic work of global impact while addressing local challenges. This dual focus supports informed decision-making for resolving sociocultural issues and conflicts in contemporary contexts.
Simultaneously, we promote methods and techniques from digital humanities, social and cultural anthropology, sociology, computational archaeology, and biomolecular archaeology, applied to specific case studies. The team has extensive experience in the Canary Islands and Spain, as well as in international contexts such as Latin America, South Asia, and Central Asia, among others. Furthermore, we advocate for the inclusion of a gender perspective, with a particular focus on highlighting patterns of past and contemporary inequalities.