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Zachary Neal is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Michigan State University. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Illinois at Chicago, obtained in 2009, and has a Master's degree in Sociology from the same institution, awarded in 2005. He completed his Bachelor's degree in Philosophy & Classics at the University of Arizona in 2001. Neal's research interests include urban networks, political polarization, and program implementation. His current work concentrates on network backbones, especially in relation to childfree individuals—those who do not desire children. He explores the complex structures of networks and the significant connections that can be identified through advanced analytical methods. Neal aims to visualize and analyze these networks more effectively, including the implementation of software techniques such as the R Backbone package. He is committed to enhancing understanding of demographic trends and societal perceptions related to childfree lifestyles, and he supports research through the MSU Childfree Research Fund.
Department of Psychology