For contributions to which specific sociology area was Merton honored?
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Merton was honored for his contributions to the field of sociology, specifically in the area of science. His work on the sociology of science focused on the social and cultural factors that influence scientific research and development. He developed the concept of " Mertonian norms," which are a set of values and norms that are considered essential to the scientific community, such as universalism, communism, disinterestedness, and organized skepticism
Merton's Corner: Exploring the Life and Work of Robert K. Merton
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