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Sex and conflict

L Partridge1, L D Hurst

  • 1Galton Laboratory, Department of Biology, University College London, London NW1 2HE, UK.

Science (New York, N.Y.)
|September 25, 1998
PubMed
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Evolutionary conflict arises when gene alleles reduce fitness, driving the evolution of suppressors. Sexual reproduction and genetic inheritance patterns, like cytoplasmic genes, can fuel this conflict, necessitating further study.

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Area of Science:

  • Evolutionary biology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Evolutionary conflict emerges when allele spread decreases fitness, prompting suppressor selection.
  • Sexual reproduction, with temporary allele associations, exacerbates evolutionary conflict.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the origins and consequences of evolutionary conflict.
  • To understand how factors like sexual selection and gene transmission contribute to conflict.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of evolutionary principles.
  • Review of genetic and behavioral phenomena linked to conflict.

Main Results:

  • Conflict arises from differing selection pressures (e.g., male vs. female).
  • Uniparental inheritance (cytoplasmic genes) and Y chromosomes are potential outcomes of conflict.

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  • Sexual behaviors may evolve due to conflict.

    • Conclusions:

    • Evolutionary conflict is a significant driver of evolutionary change.
    • Further quantitative research is needed to assess its impact.