Capitalism, Conflict, and Cooperation: In Honor of Herbert Gintis

Herbert Gintis was a prominent figure whose work transcended traditional disciplinary boundaries, enriching fields such as economics, biology, and behavioral sciences. His intellectually rigorous approach and dedication to exploring core societal issues such as inequality, cooperation, and the evolution of social norms profoundly influenced a broad spectrum of scientific inquiry. His legacy is characterized by a fearless commitment to questioning established norms and developing new methodologies to better understand complex human behaviors. This profound impact continues to resonate throughout academia, prompting a critical reassessment of many foundational theories and models.

This Research Topic aims to honor Herbert Gintis by compiling research that reflects the vast scope of his work and perpetuates his method of interdisciplinary study. The goal is to showcase current research that builds on his innovations, providing new insights or extending his theories into new arenas. We seek contributions that not only remember Gintis but actively engage with the intellectual challenges he championed, pushing forward the boundaries of knowledge in the diverse fields he influenced.

To adequately cover the extensive range of Herbert Gintis' contributions, this Research Topic is broad in scope but specific in its thematic focus. It includes, but is not limited to, the following themes:
• Power and the Political Economy
• Cultural and Class Conflicts
• Endogenous Preferences within Political Economies
• Dimensions and Dynamics of Inequality
• Evolutionary Perspectives in Game Theory and Cultural Evolution
• Agent-based Models: Cooperation and Social Norms
• The Interplay Between Democracy, Capitalism, and Institutions
• The Intersection of Morality and Sociality in Human Behavior
Submissions may include original research articles, reviews, and perspective pieces that reflect the depth and diversity of Gintis' academic pursuits.