agoristo on Nostr: For a few years now I've been of the opinion that epigenetics is likely a better ...
For a few years now I've been of the opinion that epigenetics is likely a better explanation of adaptation and evolution, more so than "random mutation". Especially given that it has been demonstrated to reinforce in populations where multiple generations are subjected to the same pressures. I wouldn't be surprised to learn that there's also a feedback between the epigenetic mechanisms and the encoding (not just expression) of genes.
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