Winther, Rasmus Grønfeldt
Our Genes: A Philosophical Perspective on Human Evolutionary Genomics
- ISBN 13:
- 9781316621509
- author:
- Winther, Rasmus Grønfeldt
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 394
- Dimensions:
- 21.8 x 13.8 x 0.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, Genetics & Genomics,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Our Genes: A Philosophical Perspective on Human Evolutionary Genomics
This book explores the intersection of natural science and philosophy to answer questions about human diversity. It delves into historical practices, current trends, and future directions in genetic research, using thought experiments, complex measures, and case studies to shed light on the role of genes in shaping our understanding of ourselves and our collectives.
By examining both the micro-level of individual genes and the macro-level of populations, the book argues that the answers we seek point to a rich and necessary body of work ahead. A philosophical rationale based on scientific evidence is presented, providing a nuanced perspective on the explanatory power of genes in understanding human diversity.
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