Duncan J. Watts

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Sociology

  • Duncan J. Watts is a prominent researcher in social networks and collective dynamics.

  • He has held positions at Microsoft Research, Columbia University, and Yahoo! Research.

  • Watts's work spans multiple disciplines, appearing in prestigious journals across physics, sociology, and business.

  • He authored "Six Degrees: The Science of a Connected Age" and "Small Worlds: The Dynamics of Networks between Order and Randomness." With a background in physics and mechanics, Watts brings a unique perspective to social science research.

  • He is known for challenging conventional wisdom and advocating for more rigorous approaches to understanding social phenomena.

Books by Duncan J. Watts

Six Degrees Summary
Six Degrees
by Duncan J. Watts • 2003 • 384 pages
3.9
1.2K ratings
Science
Sociology
Mathematics
Everything is Obvious Summary
Everything is Obvious
by Duncan J. Watts • 2011 • 352 pages
3.8
4.8K ratings
Psychology
Science
Sociology