Improbable destinies
Book • 2017
In 'Improbable Destinies,' Jonathan Losos explores the question of whether evolution is predictable, challenging the idea that life's path is predetermined.
The book examines the roles of chance, fate, and historical contingency in shaping the diversity of life on Earth.
Losos investigates instances of convergent evolution, where different species independently evolve similar traits, to understand the balance between deterministic and random forces.
He also delves into experimental studies and real-world examples to assess the predictability of evolutionary outcomes.
The book addresses the broader implications for our understanding of life's history and future.
'Improbable Destinies' presents a compelling synthesis of evolutionary biology, inviting readers to reconsider the fundamental principles that govern the development of life.
The book examines the roles of chance, fate, and historical contingency in shaping the diversity of life on Earth.
Losos investigates instances of convergent evolution, where different species independently evolve similar traits, to understand the balance between deterministic and random forces.
He also delves into experimental studies and real-world examples to assess the predictability of evolutionary outcomes.
The book addresses the broader implications for our understanding of life's history and future.
'Improbable Destinies' presents a compelling synthesis of evolutionary biology, inviting readers to reconsider the fundamental principles that govern the development of life.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 0 episodes
Mentioned by 
Ricardo Lopes
#1127 Jonathan Losos - Improbable Destinies: Fate, Chance, and the Future of Evolution
