Joan Roughgarden

Joan Roughgarden is an American evolutionary biologist and a prominent figure in the study of sexual selection and animal behavior. She is known for challenging traditional theories of evolution, particularly the concept of "survival of the fittest," by advocating for the role of cooperation and sexual diversity in evolution. Roughgarden has also contributed to understanding sexual dynamics in species, promoting the idea that social structures influence evolutionary success. Additionally, she is an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights within the scientific community and has written extensively on the intersection of biology and gender.