gene-culture coevolution model

Gene-culture coevolution is a process where our genetic makeup and cultural practices influence each other over time. For example, certain genes may be more common because they support cultural behaviors, like lactose tolerance developing alongside dairying in some populations. Conversely, cultural innovations can shape which genes are advantageous, affecting our biological evolution. This interplay means biology and culture are interconnected, shaping human traits and behaviors across generations in a dynamic, ongoing process.