F. John Odling-Smee

F. John Odling-Smee is an influential biologist known for his work on ecological and evolutionary theory. He is particularly noted for his research on niche construction, which explores how organisms actively shape their environments and influence their own evolution and that of other species. This concept suggests that animals, plants, and even humans modify their surroundings, leading to new evolutionary pressures. His contributions help us understand the dynamic interplay between organisms and their environments, emphasizing that evolution is not just a process of natural selection but also involves feedback from the environments organisms create.