Commonly, researchers have looked for civic life in a distinct sector in which they assume
that voluntary associations will cultivate special skills and virtues. Gathering together many …

The “micro” turn in institutional research is a welcome development in a field that has
commonly adopted a macro approach to the study of institutions. Nevertheless, research in …

My great appreciation goes to my supervisor Csaba Szaló, who has been a lasting source of
inspiration for my sociological thinking ever since I crossed the threshold of the Department …