Brandon Costelloe-Kuehn applies ethnographic research and policy analysis to scientifically complex challenges and technological governance. He specializes in systems that enable collaborative engagement with contentious issues—from nuclear waste management (supported by $2M DOE funding) to climate resilience initiatives. His "STS as context design" approach transforms how diverse stakeholders work together on problems where what's necessary exceeds what feels possible, creating adaptable frameworks for participatory decision-making.