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#48 – Michael Bentley on Euler, credit, and natural selection
Into the Bytecode
The Mathematics of Evolutionary Cooperation
This chapter explores the intersection of evolutionary theory and mathematical frameworks, focusing on concepts like natural selection, game theory, and dynamical systems. It delves into how cooperation can arise in biological populations despite the apparent advantages of selfish behavior, using examples like kin selection and the prisoner's dilemma. The discussion reveals the complexities of cooperation's dynamics and its implications for natural selection and evolutionary success across various social structures.
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