Kenneth A. Bollen is a prominent American sociologist and statistician known for his contributions to the fields of sociology, social networks, and statistical methods, particularly in structural equation modeling (SEM). He has made significant advancements in the application of SEM to address complex social phenomena and has developed various statistical techniques to facilitate analysis in social research. Bollen has authored numerous scholarly articles and several influential books, playing a crucial role in advancing the understanding of social measurement and the relationships between latent variables.
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