His research interests include economic and organizational sociology, and the sociology of work. He is particularly interested in efforts at creating alternative institutions that are capable of meeting everyday needs. His previous research examined the practices of “makers” in the context of a multi-purpose shop space, often referred to as a “makerspace.” This research focuses on dynamics of inclusion and exclusion in collectivist environments. His current research explores the role of technology in constructing digital labor platforms, as well as the experience of workers laboring on these platforms.