Article
The Algebra of Assortative Encounters and the Evolution of Cooperation
International Game Theory Review
(2003)
Abstract
This paper explores the way that assortative matching can maintain cooperative behavior under evolutionary dynamics.
Keywords
- evolution,
- altruism,
- assortative matching,
- cooperation,
- kin selection,
- index of assortativity
Disciplines
Publication Date
July 30, 2003
Citation Information
Ted Bergstrom. "The Algebra of Assortative Encounters and the Evolution of Cooperation" International Game Theory Review Vol. 5 Iss. 3 (2003) Available at: http://works.bepress.com/ted_bergstrom/47/