A Dynamical Discussion with John Bonner
February 7, 2008
Abstract:
John Bonner is Professor Emeritus of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Princeton University with a long, prestigious scientific career in using slime molds to explore the development and evolution of altruistic behavior.
His most recent book is: Why Size Matters: From Bacteria to Blue Whales (2006) http://press.princeton.edu/titles/8241.html
Three papers that will help familiarize you with Bonner's work are:
Bonner Evo Devo Slime molds Evo & Devo 2003 (*.pdf)
Bonner Next big Problems of development Am Zool 87 (*.pdf)
Bonner Size Complexity Rule Evolution 2004 (*.pdf)
Time and location:
Thursday, February 7, 2008
3:30 – 5:00 pm
Center for Social Dynamics and Complexity
ISTB-1, Room 401