The Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium is a principle stating that the genetic variation in a population will remain constant from one generation to the next in the absence of disturbing factors. When mating ...

One could write a history of science around the concept of equilibrium. It originates in mechanics, denoting a situation in which a balance of conflicting forces results in rest. It moves into physics ...

Daniel Liberto is a journalist with over 10 years of experience working with publications such as the Financial Times, The Independent, and Investors Chronicle. Robert Kelly is managing director of ...