Higher-Order Cumulative Selection and Directionality in Evolution

The Shift from Teleology to Another Dimension of Intelligent Design

Autori

• Peter Punin

Parametri

• 128 pagine
• 5 ore di lettura

• Filosofia

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Cumulative selection is presented as a complex process influenced by higher-order networks, challenging the simplicity often attributed to neo-Darwinist theories. The author argues that for any cumulative selection to function, a preconfigured hyper-complex network is necessary. This perspective raises questions about evolutionary directionality, suggesting that even in a teleology-free evolution, a form of Intelligent Design—termed active teleonomy—may be essential. The work delves into the intricate interplay of these evolutionary mechanisms, offering a nuanced view of evolutionary processes.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2022

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