Is there a grand unified theory of everyone? (with Michael Muthukrishna)
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
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Evolution of Intelligence and Cooperation
This chapter examines the historical and cultural factors that influence human intelligence, including the Flynn effect and the impact of education. It explores the role of societal structures and cooperative breeding in shaping cognitive abilities, knowledge transmission, and innovation. The discussion also addresses the need for unified theories to understand human development, emphasizing the interaction between different forms of cooperation within society.
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