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Lynne Casper is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Southern California Dornsife. With a Ph.D. in Demography from Penn State, she has made substantial contributions to the understanding of family sociology, family demography, and social demography. Her research focuses on the intersections of work, family health, and gender dynamics, exploring how these factors influence family structures and well-being. She has held several prestigious positions, including Health Scientist at the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and Senior Statistician Demographer at the U.S. Census Bureau. Casper's research interests include family structure, intergenerational families, childcare, cohabitation, and women's life course transitions. Over her career, she has authored and contributed to numerous publications, including books and journal articles that address family change and variation, indicating her role as a leading voice in sociology. She is actively involved in professional organizations, serving as Vice-President of the Population Association of America and contributing to various committees related to sociology and population studies.
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) •
U.S. Census Bureau •
Princeton University, Office Population Research •
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