Love, Alan C.
(2002)
Evolvability, Dispositions, and Intrinsicality.
[Preprint]
Abstract
In this paper I examine a dispositional property that has been receiving increased attention in biology, evolvability. First, I identify three compatible but distinct investigative approaches, distinguish two interpretations of evolvability, and treat the difference between dispositions of individuals versus populations. Second, I explore the relevance of philosophical distinctions about dispositions for evolvability, isolating the assumption that dispositions are intrinsically located. In conclusion, I argue that some instances of evolvability cannot be understood as purely intrinsic to populations and suggest alternative strategies for resolving this difficulty.
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Preprint
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Creators: |
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Love, Alan C. | | |
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Keywords: |
Evolutionary Theory, evolvability, dispositions |
Depositing User: |
Program Committee
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Date Deposited: |
23 Mar 2003 |
Last Modified: |
07 Oct 2010 15:11 |
Item ID: |
1084 |
Date: |
2002 |
URI: |
https://philsci-archive.pitt.edu/id/eprint/1084 |
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