Original paper
The Historical Prevalence of Infectious Diseases and Global Innovation
Abstract
Nations with historically high levels of infectious diseases are less innovative today than countries with lower levels. Building on the Parasite Stress Theory of Values, we contend and provide supportive empirical evidence that the long-lasting impact of disease pathogens on contemporary innovation is transmitted primarily through the development of cultural values as an evolutionary response to adverse ecological conditions. In particular,...
Paper Details
Title
The Historical Prevalence of Infectious Diseases and Global Innovation
Published Date
Aug 1, 2019
Volume
2019
Issue
1
Pages
15643 - 15643
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