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Evolutionary Traps

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"Apocalyptic Predictions: Scientists Reveal the 14 Most Likely Ways Humanity Will Self-Destruct"

A recent study published in the Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B has identified 14 potential evolutionary traps that could lead to the extinction of humanity. These traps include growth for the sake of growth, overshoot, contagion, infrastructure lock-in, and social capital loss. Many of these traps are already in an advanced state and require urgent action. The study highlights the need for humanity to become aware of these traps and collectively work towards designing a sustainable future.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#environmental-impact #evolutionary-traps #global-problems

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"14 Perils That Could Lead Humanity to its Demise"

A new study led by researchers from the University of Stockholm outlines 14 potential "evolutionary traps" that could lead to humanity's extinction. These traps include global threats such as climate change and pandemics, as well as technology-related issues like chemical pollution and nuclear arms. The traps are interconnected and reinforce each other, making it likely that we will be ensnared in multiple traps. However, the researchers emphasize the need for active transformation and deliberate efforts to counter these traps, highlighting the importance of engaging with nature and society while being aware of the global consequences of our actions.

via ScienceAlert|

#active-transformation #anthropocene-era #evolutionary-traps

science-and-environment2 years ago•5 min saved

"Revealing 14 Evolutionary Traps Imperiling Humanity's Future"

A new study warns that humanity is facing 14 evolutionary traps, including climate change and misaligned artificial intelligence, which could lead to dead ends for our species. These traps, identified in the Anthropocene era, highlight the need for global cooperation and societal transformation to avoid catastrophic consequences. The study emphasizes that human creativity and innovation, while successful, have unintentional consequences that threaten our future. The traps, such as the simplification of agriculture and economic growth without benefits for humans or the environment, are interconnected and reinforce each other. The researchers call for collective action and the nurturing of collective human agency to actively design a sustainable future.

via SciTechDaily|

#anthropocene-era #artificial-intelligence #climate-change

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Navigating Humanity's Evolutionary Dead Ends: A Roadmap to Survival

Scientists have identified 14 potential evolutionary dead ends for humanity, including global climate tipping points, misaligned artificial intelligence, chemical pollution, and accelerating infectious diseases. These "evolutionary traps" occur from initially successful innovations and can lead to detrimental consequences. The study highlights that 12 of these traps are in an advanced state, making it difficult to escape, and societies are moving in the wrong direction in 10 of them. The researchers emphasize the need for active transformation of societies to avoid these dead ends and promote global collaboration to address social and environmental problems.

via Phys.org|

#anthropocene #evolutionary-traps #future-challenges