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The Extended Phenotype : The Long Reach of the Gene
In The Selfish Gene, Richard Dawkins crystallized the gene's eye view of evolution developed by W.D.Hamilton and others. The book provoked widespread and heated debate. Written in part as a response, The Extended Phenotype gave a deeper clarification of the central concept of the gene as the unit of selection; but it did much more besides.In it, Dawkins extended the gene's eye view to argue that the genes that sit within an organism have an influence that reaches out beyond the visible traits in that body - the phenotype - to the wider environment, which can include other individuals.So, for instance, the genes of the beaver drive it to gather twigs to produce the substantial physical structure of a dam; and the genes of the cuckoo chick produce effects that manipulate the behaviour of the host bird, making it nurture the intruder as one of its own.This notion of the extended phenotype has proved to be highly influential in the way we understand evolution and the natural world.It represents a key scientific contribution to evolutionary biology, and it continues to play an important role in research in the life sciences. The Extended Phenotype is a conceptually deep book that forms important reading for biologists and students.But Dawkins' clear exposition is accessible to all who are prepared to put in a little effort. Oxford Landmark Science books are 'must-read' classics of modern science writing which have crystallized big ideas, and shaped the way we think.
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Questioning Qualitative Inquiry : Critical Essays
Is qualitative research in crisis? In Questioning Qualitative Inquiry Martyn Hammersley raises fundamental questions about the current state of qualitative social research.He examines some of the changes that have taken place within it over the past fifty years, suggesting that the move away from natural science as a model, and towards an appeal to literature and art, involves rejection of key principles that are essential to research of any kind. Hammersley argues that, in important respects, qualitative inquiry has not lived up to the claims originally made on its behalf, and that more recent developments have worsened the situation.Insufficient attention has been given to the problems surrounding leading ideas like thick description, analytic induction, and constructionism.The argument is pursued through discussion of the work of influential writers - such as Clifford, Geertz, Denzin and Lincoln - and by detailed examination of concrete issues, like the value of interview data, the rationales for discourse and conversation analysis, the role of rhetoric in research reports, and the nature of assessment criteria.At a time when qualitative inquiry is coming under renewed challenge in some quarters, the task of addressing the methodological problems it faces has become urgent. These essays on current developments and debates are essential reading for anyone interested in the future of qualitative research.
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Pragmatic Inquiry : Critical Concepts for Social Sciences
This book examines a range of critical concepts that are central to a shift in the social sciences toward "pragmatic inquiry," reflecting a twenty-first century concern with particular problems and themes rather than grand theory. Taking a transnational and transdisciplinary approach, the collection demonstrates a shared commitment to using analytical concepts for empirical exploration and a general orientation to research that favors an attention to objects, techniques, and practices.The chapters draw from broad-based and far-reaching social theory in order to analyze new, specific challenges, from grasping the everyday workings of markets, courtrooms, and clinics, to inscribing the transformations of practice within research disciplines themselves.Each contributor takes a key concept and then explores its genealogies and its circulations across scholarly communities, as well as its proven payoffs for the social sciences and, often, critical reflections on its present and future uses.This carefully crafted volume will significantly expand and improve the analytical repertoires or toolkits available to social scientists, including scholars in sociology or anthropology and those working in science and technology studies, public health, and related fields.
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What is the phenotype?
The phenotype refers to the observable physical and behavioral characteristics of an organism, which are the result of the interaction between its genetic makeup (genotype) and the environment. These characteristics can include traits such as eye color, height, and behavior. The phenotype is the outward expression of an organism's genetic information and can be influenced by both genetic and environmental factors.
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What phenotype are you looking for?
I am looking for a phenotype that exhibits a specific trait or characteristic of interest. This could include physical traits such as color or size, behavioral traits such as aggression or sociability, or physiological traits such as resistance to disease. By identifying and studying this phenotype, I hope to gain a better understanding of the underlying genetic and environmental factors that contribute to its expression.
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What is the difference between phenotype and genotype?
Phenotype refers to the observable physical and behavioral characteristics of an organism, such as its height, eye color, or behavior. These traits are the result of the interaction between an organism's genetic makeup and its environment. Genotype, on the other hand, refers to the genetic makeup of an organism, including the specific combination of alleles it carries for a particular trait. While genotype determines the potential for certain traits, the phenotype is the actual expression of those traits. In other words, genotype is the genetic code, while phenotype is the physical manifestation of that code.
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What is the difference between race and phenotype?
Race refers to a social construct that categorizes people based on shared physical and cultural traits, often including skin color, facial features, and ancestry. Phenotype, on the other hand, refers to the observable physical characteristics of an individual, such as hair color, eye color, and height, which are determined by genetic and environmental factors. While race is a socially constructed concept, phenotype is a biological trait that can vary widely within racial groups.
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Scientific Methods of Inquiry for Intelligence Analysis
Since 9/11, the needs of intelligence agencies as well as the missions they conduct have increased in number, size, and complexity.As such, government and private security agencies are recruiting staff to analyze the vast amount of data collected in these missions.This textbook offers a way of gaining the analytic skills essential to undertake intelligence work.It acquaints students and analysts with how intelligence fits into the larger research framework.It covers not only the essentials of applied research, but also the function, structure, and operational methods specifically involved in intelligence work.It looks at how analysts work with classified information in a security conscious environment as well as obtain data via covert methods.Students are left with little doubt about what intelligence is and how it is developed using scientific methods of inquiry. This revised edition of the popular text has been expanded and updated significantly.
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Critical Discourse Analysis : The Critical Study of Language
Bringing together papers written by Norman Fairclough over a 25 year period, Critical Discourse Analysis represents a comprehensive and important contribution to the development of this popular field. The book is divided into seven sections covering the following themes: language in relation to ideology and powerdiscourse in processes of social and cultural change dialectics of discourse, dialectical relations between discourse and other moments of social lifemethodology of critical discourse analysis research analysis of political discourse discourse in globalisation and 'transition' critical language awareness in education The new edition has been extensively revised and enlarged to include a total of twenty two papers.It will be of value to researchers in the subject and should prove essential reading for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students in Linguistics and other areas of social science.
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Cancel Culture : A Critical Analysis
“Cancel culture” has become one of the most charged concepts in contemporary culture and politics, but mainstream critiques from both the left and the right provide only snapshots of responses to the phenomenon.Takinga media and cultural studies perspective, this book traces the origins of cancel practices and discourses, and discusses their subsequent evolution within celebrity and fan cultures, consumer culture, and national politics in the U.S. and China. Moving beyond popular press accounts about the latest targets of cancelling or familiar free speech debates, this analysis identifies multiple lineages for both cancelling and criticisms about cancelling, underscoring the various configurations of power associated with “cancel culture” in particular cultural and political contexts.
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After Doubt – How to Question Your Faith without Losing It
Outreach 2022 Resource of the Year (Spiritual Growth)Is there a way to walk faithfully through doubt and come out the other side with a deeper love for Jesus, the church, and its tradition?Can we question our faith without losing it?Award-winning author, pastor, and professor A.J. Swoboda has witnessed many young people wrestle with their core Christian beliefs.Too often, what begins as a set of critical and important questions turns to resentment and faith abandonment.Unfortunately, the church has largely ignored its task of serving people along their journey of questioning.The local church must walk alongside those who are deconstructing their faith and show them how to reconstruct it. Drawing on his own experience of deconstruction, Swoboda offers tools to help emerging adults navigate their faith in a hostile landscape.Doubt is a part of our natural spiritual journey, says Swoboda, and deconstruction is a legitimate space to encounter the living God. After Doubt offers a hopeful, practical vision of spiritual formation for those in the process of faith deconstruction and those who serve them.Foreword by pastor and author John Mark Comer.
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Can a person's origin be inferred from their phenotype?
A person's origin cannot be definitively inferred from their phenotype alone. While certain physical traits may be more common in specific populations, there is a wide range of variation within and between populations. Additionally, many people have mixed ancestry, making it difficult to pinpoint their origin based solely on their physical appearance. Therefore, it is not accurate or ethical to make assumptions about a person's origin based on their phenotype.
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Is the phenotype test sufficient for determining the race?
No, the phenotype test is not sufficient for determining race. Race is a complex social construct that encompasses a variety of factors including ancestry, culture, and self-identification. Phenotype tests only examine physical characteristics such as skin color, hair texture, and facial features, which do not fully capture the complexity of race. Additionally, race is not solely determined by genetics, but also by social and historical factors. Therefore, using a phenotype test alone to determine race is not accurate or comprehensive.
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Can you please explain the difference between genotype and phenotype?
Genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an organism, including the specific combination of genes it carries. This genetic information is inherited from parents and determines the potential traits an organism can have. On the other hand, phenotype refers to the observable physical characteristics and traits of an organism, which are influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. In simpler terms, genotype is the genetic blueprint, while phenotype is the physical expression of that blueprint.
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How can the numerical ratio for the phenotype be indicated?
The numerical ratio for a phenotype can be indicated using a Punnett square, which is a visual representation of the possible genetic combinations that can result from a genetic cross. The ratio is typically expressed as a fraction or a percentage, representing the probability of each phenotype appearing in the offspring. For example, a 3:1 ratio would indicate that there is a 75% chance of one phenotype and a 25% chance of another phenotype appearing in the offspring.
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