Is neural development darwinian ?

Gradually, and without much debate, the idea that the developing nervous system is in some sense darwinian has become one of the canons of neurobiology. In fact, there is little evidence to support this idea.

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Published in:Trends in neurosciences (Regular ed.) 1996-11, Vol.19 (11), p.460-464
Main Authors: PURVES, D, WHITE, L. E, RIDDLE, D. R
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Age Distribution
Biological and medical sciences
Biology
Brain - growth & development
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
General aspects. Models. Methods
Humans
Nervous system
Nervous System - growth & development
Neurology
Neurons - physiology
Presynaptic Terminals - physiology
Sex Factors
Vertebrates: nervous system and sense organs
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Summary:Gradually, and without much debate, the idea that the developing nervous system is in some sense darwinian has become one of the canons of neurobiology. In fact, there is little evidence to support this idea.
ISSN:0166-2236
1878-108X
DOI:10.1016/S0166-2236(96)20038-4