...This chapter presents a critique of Neo-Darwinism and the case for Holistic Darwinism. It discusses the realization of the founding fathers of modern genetics and population biology concerning the flaws of Neo-Darwinism, particularly in relation to group selection theory. These attacks on group...

... and aging may proceed at different rates in males and females, as predicted by sexual selection theory. complementary foods dietary restriction Everitt A V Heilbronn L K life span mammals and dietary restrictions Masoro E J McCay C nutritionally complementary foods Prentice A M rats Ravussin E...

... in determining whether an individual helps or competes with a sibling? One area of biological literature views siblings as rivals, whereas another views them as important resources. Using the tools of kin selection theory, parent–offspring conflict theory, and parental investment theory, we review the evidence...

...This article summarises the common language of multi-level selection theory. Every student of evolution learns that natural selection is based on relative fitness. It doesn't matter how well a trait enhances survival and reproduction, as long as it does so better than alternative traits. Traits...

... selection of the fittest or the best. It explains elements of the Neuronal Group Selection Theory (NGST) which include the influence of genetic forces of the formation of the brain's anatomy, the occurrence of a process of synaptic selection, and the process of ‘re-entry’. Campbell C B G phylogenetic scale...

... describing the causes of interstate conflict and cooperation, which are also relevant for the state-rebel selection theory: material and ideational. Material motives include factors such as external and internal threats and the ability of a state to mobilize domestic resources to deal with them. Ideational...

... of sex, sexual selection theory and human mating strategies, sexual diversity (particularly same-sex attraction and sexual behaviour), and sexual dimorphism and intersex. Critical perspectives on these topics from biologists and others are discussed, and a concluding section outlines some issues...

... that individual development needs to be included in any theory of evolution, as well as so-called selfish gene theory; selection theory is examined in greater detail, especially through the work of Darden and Cain and Lewontin; finally the extension of selection theory to how science works is considered as well...

... inclusive fitness McShane Katie gene’s eye view Williams George C natural selection Godfrey Smith Peter parsimony pragmatic holism community selection level of selection unit of selection teleological individualism multilevel selection theory Darwinian population trait-group framework Part I...

.... It suggests that each major transition has three stages – social group formation, social group maintenance, and social group transformation. Using Hamilton's inclusive fitness theory (kin selection theory) as its conceptual foundation, the book investigates two underexplored issues. First, to what extent do...

... and to free humans of this mentally tedious labor. artifact calculus design goal ideation logarithms natural selection theory originality polynomial steam engine the german mathematician Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz (1646–1716) is perhaps best remembered in science as the co-inventor...

... is explored in terms of the core problems a commons must solve: identity, cooperation, consent, monitoring, punishment, and independence. The chapter then examines these rules in the broader context of multilevel selection theory, arguing that group selection operates over innovation. collective action...

... be used to develop new insights and understanding to advance the field of organizational behavior and management theory. cooperation altruistic economics as branch of biology multilevel selection theory MLST benefits of framework Pierce B D chapter self interest appropriate use of White R E chapter...

... A Wolbachia microbe mutation natural selection West Eberhard M J amphibians selection mosquitoes inbreeding genetic relatedness r birds fitness sexual selection inclusive fitness theory Ricklefs R E genotypic variance multilevel selection theory strength of selection S t chickens...

... to Denmark and a reflection of his life history:“Don't let it catch fire,” he allegedly said when leaving, “because if it catches fire I don't come back—this is my life.” He had looked forward to discussing his selection theory with Max Delbruck during the transatlantic crossing, but nothing came...

...This chapter explores how the Darwinian model of evolution emerged as a major organising concept for explaining cultural change. It considers the application of the general framework of selection theory for thinking about cultural change and the evolution of other aspects of the world, but argues...

...This chapter attempts to strengthen the conceptualization of selection in evolutionary international relations. It discusses multilevel (or hierarchical) selection theory, which takes as its starting point the idea that selection can operate simultaneously at different levels of a hierarchy...

..., the immune system, and social insect colonies. Examples of CAS2 include multispecies ecosystems and the biosphere. This chapter uses multilevel selection theory to clarify the relationships between CAS1 and CAS2. The general rule is that for a complex system to qualify as CAS1, selection must occur...

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