Donald T. Campbell

Donald T. Campbell was a renowned American social scientist known for his work in psychology and research methodology. He contributed to understanding how social research can be unbiased and scientifically rigorous, emphasizing the importance of careful experimental design. Campbell developed key ideas like the "Campbell paradigm," which guides how to test theories effectively, and highlighted the challenges of making causal inferences from studies. His work helps researchers better understand human behavior and ensures research findings are trustworthy, advancing the scientific study of social phenomena.