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Studying how biological and cultural evolution shapes the way humans think and behave

The Centre for Research on Evolution, Belief and Behaviour undertakes innovative research on the evolution of human cognition and behaviour. We believe evolutionary theory can help identify patterns and processes in all human traits.

We represent a range of academic disciplines and use diverse research methodologies

Our team and expertise

Our research spans topics from the formation of social groups to the spread of atheism

Our research projects

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