Description: (Sociologist)
Otis Dudley Duncan was a prominent American sociologist known for his influential work in the field of social stratification and demography. His research significantly advanced the understanding of social mobility, class structure, and inequality. Duncan's contributions include the development of the Duncan Index, a key tool for measuring occupational prestige and social status. His work has had a lasting impact on the study of social science, shaping theories and methodologies used to analyze social and economic patterns in contemporary society.