International recognition for Sussex sociologist

Prof Jennifer Platt
Prof Jennifer Platt
International recognition for Sussex sociologist. The University of Gent in Belgium has awarded the Sarton medal of the Faculty of Political and Social Sciences for 2012-13 to Emeritus Professor Jennifer Platt, a Sussex sociologist. George Sarton (1884-1956), who is considered the founding father of the history of sciences, was a Gent alumnus. As Sarton medal holder, in March 2013 Professor Platt will give a lecture at Gent about the history and philosophy of sociology. Posted on behalf of: Department of Sociology - Last updated: Wednesday, 25 April 2012 University of Sussex, Sussex House, Brighton, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom. ( map ) - T : +44 (0)1273 606755
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