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#928 Charles Roseman: The Evolution of Complex Traits, Hereditarianism, and Understanding Sex

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Complex Traits and Evolutionary Dynamics

Exploring the study of complex traits, this chapter discusses the adaptationist approach, cautioning against assumptions of purpose in all traits and the importance of understanding evolutionary processes. It delves into methods of determining trait origins in various species, including the role of the neutral theory of evolution and challenges of adaptationist perspectives. The chapter also examines the evolution of the cranium in hominins, highlighting the relationship between natural selection, phenotypic plasticity, and genomic variation.

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