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Contact Us Replicators: Evolutionary Powerhouses This website is
an interactive learning tool that explores the concept of
replicators as it relates to a number of different and diverse
fields of study. Replicators - the fundamental units of any
process of natural selection - were first defined by
evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins as any entities of which
copies are made. The concept of replicators has diverse
applications in a variety of areas, including biology,
sociology, linguistics, and philosophy. The site uses an
interactive, hands-on style of instruction to engage visitors in
an active process of learning and retaining information.
Interactive demonstrations that are both entertaining and
informative are used and integrated to reinforce major concepts
and enrich traditional text-based education. Visitors are
encouraged not only to investigate our demonstrations, but also
to