I study the individuals, groups, and
institutions that make up human society. I observe and record how people relate
to one another and to their environments. I also study the formation of groups;
the causes of various forms of social behavior; and the role of churches,
schools, and other institutions within a society. I study relationships among
individuals and groups in order to determine their effect on the overall
function of the society. I formulate theories based on observations of various
aspects of society. I use three chief scientific methods to test these
theories: surveys, controlled experiments, and field observations. I am interested in how cultural values, forms and
processes impact on social and political life
across the continent.
