Monthly Archives: August 2017

The upcoming Annual Sociology of Development Conference, Disparities in Development will be held on October 5-7, 2017, at Wayne State University. This promises to be an engaging and productive event, with 6 keynote talks, 130 presentations, two mentoring workshops, and a … Continue reading →

Social Changes in a Global World Ulrike Schuerkens — Université Rennes 2 Renowned author Ulrike Schuerkens presents an in-depth exploration of social transformations and developments. Combining an international approach with up-to-date research, the book: (1) has dedicated chapters on contemporary … Continue reading →

Dear Colleagues, I am editing a special issue of Social Sciences.  The issue will highlight cutting edge research that examines empirical linkages at the intersection of population dynamics, development, and environment in a context of climate change. Ever since Ehrlich … Continue reading →

Dear Development Sociology Colleagues, The Policy Brief Committee is pleased to announce the publication of another brief in our ”Sociological Insights for Development Policy” series.  This month our colleagues Katy Fallon, Alissa Mazar and Liam Swiss discuss the impacts of … Continue reading →