Encyclopedia of evolutionary biology

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Russo, Claudia A. M., editor.

Wolf, Jason B., editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Evolution (Biology)--Encyclopedias.

Evolution (Biology).

Genre:

Encyclopedias

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Edition:

Second edition / edited by Claudia Augusta De Moraes Russo, Jason B. Wolf

Place of Publication:

Amsterdam : Academic Press, 2026

Summary:

"Encyclopedia of Evolutionary Biology, Second Edition, Four Volume Set is a comprehensive resource containing approximately 215 chapters that covers all fundamental topics in evolutionary biology. Featuring a consistent chapter structure, this encyclopedia ensures easy navigation across the volumes. Each chapter effectively links concepts to specific systems and examples, making it an invaluable tool for anyone interested in applying evolutionary thinking to their field of study. This edition includes new or expanded topics such as human evolution, including cultural evolution and language, paleontology, the origins of life, mass extinction events, epigenetics, and metagenomics. The encyclopedia also delves into the evolution of behavior, game theory, kin selection, optimality, human microbiomes, and the diversification of viruses. With its broad coverage, this essential resource will engage readers across various educational levels, emphasizing the central role of evolutionary biology in the life sciences. It caters to a wide range of readers, from students to experienced professionals, by offering both introductory chapters and in-depth analyses"-- ScienceDirect

Contents:

Volume 1. Evolutionary Genetics, Genomics, and Molecular Evolution

Volume 2. Evolutionary Ecology

Volume 3. Phylogenetics and Speciation

Volume 4. Microevolution and Adaptation

Volume 5. Macroevolution and Paleontology

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and indexes

Online resource; title from home page (ScienceDirect, viewed September 30, 2025)

Other Format:

Print version: Encyclopedia of evolutionary biology

ISBN:

9780443157516

0443157510

OCLC:

1535170118

Publisher Number:

CIPO000271784

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license