Top 20 Sociologist celebrities in United States
Here is the latest list of the world's top 20 Sociologist celebrities [Updated June 28, 2022].
Robert E. Park was born
on February 4, 1864
in United States.
He coined the term 'human ecology,' drawing analogies between cities and natural environments, which he said were animated by the same forces.
James Fowler was born
on February 18, 1970
in United States.
He is particularly known for his research on the effects of social networks upon smoking, obesity, and happiness. Also notable are his studies on the genetic factors that influence political participation.
Charles Cooley was born
on August 17, 1864
in United States.
He formed the the concept of primary groups, with whom we are closest, and which shape our morals and values.
Robert K. Merton was born
on July 4, 1910
in United States.
Looking into the social structure of the U.S., he found that when group don't have the opportunity to achieve the 'American dream,' the result can be criminal behavior.
Steve Fuller was born
on July 12, 1959
in United States.
He espoused his beliefs in the 2008 pro-creationist documentary "Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed".
Talcott Parsons was born
on December 13, 1902
in United States.
His first book, the Structure of Social Action, became influential in the 70s, laying the groundwork for intergrating all social sciences into one theoretical framework.
C.wright Mills was born
on August 28, 1916
in United States.
His three books, White Collar (published in 1954), The Power Elite (1956), and The Sociological Imagination (1959) became the inspiration for many political movements.
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