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Bioessays September 2015 PMID 26201475

The evolution of sex: A new hypothesis based on mitochondrial mutational erosion: Mitochondrial mutational erosion in ancestral eukaryotes would favor the evolution of sex, harnessing nuclear recombination to optimize compensatory nuclear coadaptation.

Justin C Havird, Matthew D Hall, Damian K Dowling

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Discussions reflect a generally positive attitude towards the hypothesis, with some posters expressing curiosity, such as noting the link between mitochondria and sex, and suggesting further exploration like including mitochondrial data in computations. The tone varies from scientific curiosity to mild critique, indicating both interest and recognition of its potential impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most commenters seem to support or find the hypothesis intriguing, with some referencing its significance in understanding evolution.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions show moderate curiosity, as many posts mention mitochondria and nuclear recombination, indicating attention to the scientific content.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments involve brief reflections and suggestions, such as including mitochondria in computations, suggesting a basic level of engagement rather than deep analysis.

ImpactModerate impact

Several posters recognize the potential importance of the hypothesis for evolutionary biology, implying it could influence future research directions.

Abstract in brief

  • The paper proposes that the evolution of sex in eukaryotes was driven by the high mutation rate in mitochondrial DNA, which may have caused harmful effects on energy production.
  • To counteract these negative effects, sexual reproduction, through nuclear recombination, allowed for the rapid shuffling of genes, helping organisms find beneficial genetic combinations that could compensate for mitochondrial mutations.
  • This hypothesis suggests that mitochondrial mutational erosion is an ancestral trait, and that sex evolved as a strategy to maintain cellular function by enabling nuclear genomes to adapt quickly to mitochondrial changes.]
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Andy
@lecanardnoir · X

@thatpersonjam @redwytch @brianbakewell @K_IngalaSmith The evolution of sex: A new hypothesis based on mitochondrial mutational erosion https://t.co/vZL7p0CDy4

Nov 30, 2022 · 2 likes · 18,883 followers View post →
Andy
@lecanardnoir · X

@ric_freeman https://t.co/0M7q5re9jm

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@hyperfp · X

@karpathy Maybe include mitochondria in your computation https://t.co/doV9LIzLY1 "Eukaryotes are bound by two features—mitochondria and sex—and we believe there is a neglected link here" https://t.co/i3j0RAhPBK

Oct 5, 2022 · 1 like · 98 followers View post →
Andy
@lecanardnoir · X

@UzumakiMenmo @TheArbourist @AnarchoTermino @SocDoneLeft The evolution of sex: A new hypothesis based on mitochondrial mutational erosion: Mitochondrial mutational erosion in ancestral eukaryotes would favor the evolution of sex, harnessing nuclear recombination to optimize compensatory nuclear coadaptation https://t.co/0M7q5re9jm

Feb 20, 2023 · 18,883 followers View post →

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Andy
@lecanardnoir · X

@ric_freeman https://t.co/0M7q5re9jm

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Andy
@lecanardnoir · X

@UzumakiMenmo @TheArbourist @AnarchoTermino @SocDoneLeft The evolution of sex: A new hypothesis based on mitochondrial mutational erosion: Mitochondrial mutational erosion in ancestral eukaryotes would favor the evolution of sex, harnessing nuclear recombination to optimize compensatory nuclear coadaptation https://t.co/0M7q5re9jm

Feb 20, 2023 · 18,883 followers View post →
Andy
@lecanardnoir · X

@thatpersonjam @redwytch @brianbakewell @K_IngalaSmith The evolution of sex: A new hypothesis based on mitochondrial mutational erosion https://t.co/vZL7p0CDy4

Nov 30, 2022 · 2 likes · 18,883 followers View post →
FP Servant
@hyperfp · X

@karpathy Maybe include mitochondria in your computation https://t.co/doV9LIzLY1 "Eukaryotes are bound by two features—mitochondria and sex—and we believe there is a neglected link here" https://t.co/i3j0RAhPBK

Oct 5, 2022 · 1 like · 98 followers View post →
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