Academy of Sociology
The Academy of Sociology is a scientific association of social scientists working in the field of analytical-empirical research. It was founded in Germany in 2017 and has over 400 members, most of whom work at universities and research institutions. Its purpose is to promote analytical-empirical sociology, whether in research, teaching, or science communication.
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6th Conference of the Academy of Sociology Celebrating its 10th Anniversary
The Future of Analytical-Empirical Sociology
University of Mannheim, June 23rd – 25th 2027 -
Drittmittelanträge bei der DFG: Aktuelle Entwicklungen und Hinweise zur Antragstellung
AS Get together,
2.11.2026, 18.00-19.30 Uhr (digital)Discussion with Marita Jacob und Clemens Kroneberg
Moderation: Mark Lutter und Gunnar Otte -
Special Issue "Explanation and Causality in Sociology"
In sociology and related disciplines, classic methodological questions continually arise anew in light of theoretical discussions, methodological innovations, and new data sources: How can social phenomena be explained?
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8th Annual Conference of Experimental Sociology (ACES)
26.-28.8.2026
Sciences Po, Paris
Organisation: Achim Edelmann, Martin Aranguren, Mélusine Boon-Falleur, Lou Safra -
Second International Workshop on Life Course Analysis. Theory, Methods, and Applications
17.-19.8.2026
Hertie School Berlin (hybrid)
Organisation: Christian Dudel, Carla Rowold, Michaela Kreyenfeld -
Automatisiertes Forschen, Publizieren und Begutachten? Chancen und Risiken durch Generative KI
AS Get together,
6.7.2026, 18.00-19.30 Uhr (digital)Moderation: Gunnar Otte und Mark Lutter
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ESRA Statement „Reporting on Opinion Polls in the Mass Media“
The European Survey Research Association (ESRA) has issued a statement expressing concerns over the declining methodological quality of opinion polls and the implications this has…
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New Section: Research News
The “Research News” section features posts approximately every two or three weeks highlighting interesting publications on analytical-empirical sociology. We welcome your suggestions
