Mutations that enhance evolvability may open doors to faster adaptation
C. Brandon Ogbunugafor
Abstract
A recent study demonstrated the existence of mutations that facilitate access to efficient evolutionary solutions. Here I discuss the implications of this finding and the potential to open a new chapter in the study of evolvability.
Topics & Concepts
EvolvabilityAdaptation (eye)DoorsComputational biologyComputer scienceBiologyMutationEvolutionary biologyGeneticsGeneNeuroscienceOperating systemEvolution and Genetic DynamicsCRISPR and Genetic EngineeringGenomics and Phylogenetic Studies