Ernest W. Burgess

Ernest W. Burgess was an influential American urban sociologist best known for developing the "Concentric Zone Model," which describes how cities grow. He studied how neighborhoods and communities develop spatially, identifying patterns such as the central business district, residential areas, and zones of transition. His work helped explain urban dynamics, including migration, housing, and social interactions within cities. Burgess’s research provided a foundational understanding of urban structure, significantly impacting urban planning, sociology, and geography.