Published Oct 17, 2013

David Sloan Wilson — Evolving a City

Biologist David Sloan Wilson delves into the evolutionary foundation of religion and science as adaptive systems, applying these insights to transform urban environments and foster community cooperation, as exemplified by innovative efforts in Binghamton, New York.

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Evolution and the Human Condition

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Faces of Human Nature

Rediscovering Evolutionary Solutions

The Power of Environmental Cues

Evolutionary Insights

Science and Religion

Evolutionary Biology and Human Communities

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Evolutionary Biology's Broad Scope

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Science, Society, and ReligionDavid Sloan Wilson, a distinguished biologist, explores the evolutionary role of religion and its parallels with science. He discusses how these systems function as adaptive communities and their impact on society.

Science, Society, and Religion

Evolution and Human BehaviorDavid Sloan Wilson examines how evolutionary principles can be applied to improve community dynamics and urban environments. He uses Binghamton, New York, as a case study to explore the impact of environmental cues on behavior and the rapid pace of cultural evolution.

Evolution and Human Behavior

Evolutionary ApplicationsDavid Sloan Wilson applies evolutionary theory to improve social environments in Binghamton, New York. His work focuses on fostering prosocial behavior and community cooperation through innovative projects like the Binghamton Neighborhood Project.

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