Stephen Jay Gould
Stephen Jay Gould was an influential American paleontologist, evolutionary biologist, and historian of science. A prominent figure in the field, he is best known for his theory of punctuated equilibrium, which he co-developed with Niles Eldredge. Gould's work emphasized the importance of both gradual and rapid changes in evolution and challenged conventional views on the pace of evolutionary change. He was also a celebrated science writer, known for his ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to a general audience through essays and books.
Born on Sep 10, 1941 (84 years old)
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Stephen Jay Gould described Jane Goodall's work with chimpanzees as one of the greatest scientific achievements of the Western world.
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Brazil:
Stephen Jay Gould described Goodall's work with chimpanzees as one of the greatest scientific achievements of the Western world.
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Stephen Jay Gould is referenced regarding the obsession with hereditary intelligence and its implications.
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Ireland:
Stephen Jay Gould is quoted regarding the preservation of Einstein's brain.
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Stephen Jay Gould proposed the theory of punctuated equilibrium in 1972.
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Stephen Jay Gould co-developed the theory of punctuated equilibrium with Niles Eldredge.
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