The Neutral Theory of Molecular Evolution

The Neutral Theory of Molecular Evolution

Motoo Kimura, as founder of the neutral theory, is uniquely placed to write this book. He first proposed the theory in 1968 to explain the unexpectedly high rate of evolutionary change and very large amount of intraspecific variability at the molecular level that had been uncovered by new techniques in molecular biology. The theory - which asserts that the great majority of evolutionary changes at the molecular level are caused not by Darwinian selection but by random drift of selectively neutral mutants - has caused controversy ever since. This book is the first comprehensive treatment of this subject and the author synthesises a wealth of material - ranging from a historical perspective, through recent molecular discoveries, to sophisticated mathematical arguments - all presented in a most lucid manner.

Auteur | Motoo Kimura
Taal | Engels
Type | Paperback
Categorie | Wetenschap & Natuur

bol logo

Kijk verder

Boekomslag voor ISBN: 9781439837177
Boekomslag voor ISBN: 9781259642234
Boekomslag voor ISBN: 9781932846126
Boekomslag voor ISBN: 9783527336364
Boekomslag voor ISBN: 9780123749475
Boekomslag voor ISBN: 9780198525332


Boekn ©