The Science of Cooperation - Evolution of Social Behavior in Humans and Animals

Explore the evolution of cooperation in humans and other animals in this 58-minute lecture by Professor Nichola Raihani. Delve into the role of cooperation in human society, examining why we live in families, the evolutionary purpose of menopause, and our tendency to help strangers. Investigate both the benefits and drawbacks of cooperation, including its potential to create victims and instances where it fails. Learn about the research on social behavior in humans and non-human species, and gain insights from Raihani's work as a Royal Society University Research Fellow and Professor in Evolution and Behaviour at UCL.