“Scholarship that is indifferent to human suffering is immoral.”
Quote by Richard Levins
Work
Biology Under the Influence: Dialectical Essays on the Coevolution of Nature and Society
Biology Under the Influence is a collection of essays that delve into the complex relationship between nature and society, examining the coevolution of these two domains. The book utilizes dialectical approaches to analyze various aspects of this relationship, offering insights into the ways in which biological and social systems interact and influence each other. more
Author
Richard Levins
Richard Levins (June 1, 1930 - January 19, 2016) was an accomplished biologist, ecologist, and mathematician. Known for his research in ecology, evolutionary theory, and epidemiology, Levins made significant contributions to the development of theoretical ecology. His work, particularly in the areas of population dynamics, evolutionary stability, and disease transmission models, has had a profound impact on the field. Levins' theories and methods continue to be widely used in ecology, epidemiology, and environmental protection, leaving a lasting legacy in modern ecological and biodiversity research. more
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