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Estimating nonlinear selection gradients using quadratic regression coefficients: double or nothing?

John R Stinchcombe1, Aneil F Agrawal, Paul A Hohenlohe

  • 1Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, and Centre for the Analysis of Genome Evolution & Function, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 3B2, Canada. john.stinchcombe@utoronto.ca

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Evolutionary biologists often underestimate natural selection strength. Quadratic regression coefficients require doubling for accurate stabilizing/disruptive selection estimates, a step frequently missed in published research.

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Area of Science:

  • Evolutionary biology
  • Quantitative genetics
  • Statistical modeling

Background:

  • Regression analysis is crucial for estimating natural selection.
  • Directional and correlational selection gradients equal regression coefficients.
  • Quadratic regression coefficients need doubling for stabilizing/disruptive selection.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the proper use of quadratic regression coefficients in evolutionary biology research.
  • To highlight the impact of incorrect coefficient treatment on selection strength estimation.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of 33 papers published in the journal Evolution (2002-2007).
  • Examination of how quadratic regression coefficients were reported and used.

Main Results:

  • At least 78% of reviewed papers failed to double quadratic regression coefficients.
  • This omission leads to significant underestimation of stabilizing and disruptive selection strength.

Conclusions:

  • Consistent underestimation of selection strength due to improper quadratic coefficient handling is prevalent.
  • Correct application is vital for accurate fitness surface estimation and evolutionary modeling.