The chapter explores how academia can breed a culture of deception disconnected from reality, where validation is based on maintaining a false narrative rather than empirical evidence, leading to rejection of contradicting data. It delves into the impact of specific ideologies in academia, emphasizing the importance of upholding scientific principles despite ideological pressures. The conversation also reflects on the evolutionary influences on human behavior, particularly focusing on mating strategies and the evolutionary significance of emotions like jealousy in relationships.
David Buss, PhD, is a founding figure in the field of evolutionary psychology, and a professor at the University of Texas at Austin. His primary research focuses are on human mating strategies, conflict between the sexes, and the psychology of prestige, status, and reputation. He is the author of several books, among them "The Evolution of Desire: Strategies of Human Mating", and "When Men Behave Badly: The Hidden Roots of Sexual Deception, Harassment, and Assault". www.davidbuss.com
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