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
How the gray squirrels came to Harvard Yard
How the gray squirrels came to Harvard Yard
Proximity Designs and rural development in Myanmar
A social enterprise works to improve farmers' economic prospects
Harvard social enterprise, policy reform in Myanmar
From supporting farmers to probing policy, Harvard people help Myanmar remake its future.
HKS Professor Joseph Aldy examines the true costs of fossil fuel subsidies.
Joseph Aldy examines the true costs of fossil fuel subsidies.
by Laura Levis
Harvard sociologist Matthew Desmond on evictions
Sociologist Matthew Desmond studies eviction and the lives of America’s poor.
Balancing Security and Freedom in a Democracy
Harvard law professor Yochai Benkler says acts of conscience are integral to balancing security and freedom.
Excerpt from "Fire and Light" by James MacGregor Burns
James MacGregor Burns, Ph.D. ’47, on intellect, governance, and the Enlightenment
Collaboration between Hitler and Hollywood Documented by Harvard's Urwand
A new book documents censorship by Hollywood at the bidding of Hitler's Nazi government.
Harvard researchers study technology's effect on adolescent development
Apps are shaping teens' notions of identity, intimacy, and imagination.
Harvard team probes Chinese censorship of social media
Two studies argue that collective action, not criticism, is what the Chinese government fears.