Social Sciences
Explore faculty and student work in economics, sociology, political science, anthropology, and other disciplines shaping our understanding of society.
Why America’s Strategy For Reducing Racial Inequality Failed
Harvard professor Christina Cross debunks the myth of the two-parent Black family.
by Saima Sidik
Higher Education Reform and the SAT
Nicholas Lemann on revising standardized testing to address real educational needs
Academic Freedom and Free Speech
Robert Post explains how they differ—and why it matters, especially now
Social Interaction and Human Health
Why social interactions are as vital as food and water
Susan Farbstein on Human Rights Law
Human rights lawyer on law’s ability to promote justice—and shape public understanding
How Your Social Circle Affects Your Microbiome and Health
The microbiome may be socially exchanged, modulating both health and metabolism.
by Ann Thomas
What is the Economic Impact of Climate Change on Global GDP?
The impact on global GDP is likely six times greater than previously estimated.
Harvard economist Jason Furman on immigration and the U.S. economy.
Harvard economist Jason Furman on immigration and the U.S. economy.
Alexander Heffner Interviews Republican and Democratic Politicians
Alexander Heffner ’12 plumbs the state of democracy.
Harvard's Second “Climate Action Week,” Policy and Politics
Focusing on prime polluting industries, plus politics and policy
Relabeling Medical Definitions for Obesity in the United States
For obesity patients, improved treatments and a nuanced understanding of the disease may lead to better health.
by Chris Berdik