Mimicry is a canonical example of adaptive signal design. In principle, what constitutes mimicry is independent of the taxonomic identity of the mimic, the ecological context in which it operates, and the sensory modality through which it... more
Mimicry is a canonical example of adaptive signal design. In principle, what constitutes mimicry is independent of the taxonomic identity of the mimic, the ecological context in which it operates, and the sensory modality through which it is expressed. However, in practice the study of mimicry is inconsistent across research fields, with theoretical and empirical advances often failing to cross taxonomic and sensory divides. We propose a novel conceptual framework whereby mimicry evolves if a receiver perceives the similarity between a mimic and a model and as a result confers a selective benefit onto the mimic. Here, misidentification and/or deception are no longer formal requirements, and mimicry can evolve irrespective of the underlying proximate mechanisms. The centrality of receiver perception in this framework enables us to formally distinguish mimicry from perceptual exploitation and integrate mimicry and multicomponent signalling theory for the first time. In addition, it resolves inconsistencies in our understanding of the role of learning in mimicry evolution, and shows that imperfect mimicry is expected to be the norm. Mimicry remains a key model for understanding signal evolution and cognition, and we recommend the adoption of a unified approach to stimulate future interdisciplinary developments in this fascinating area of research.
This paper examines Maša Kolanovićs novel Sloboština Barbie (2008, 'Barbie Underground') which is about a coming-of-age during the Croatian War in the 1990's. Drawing upon theories of Judith Butler and Homi Bhaba, the paper focuses on how... more
This paper examines Maša Kolanovićs novel Sloboština Barbie (2008, 'Barbie Underground') which is about a coming-of-age during the Croatian War in the 1990's. Drawing upon theories of Judith Butler and Homi Bhaba, the paper focuses on how the novel's depiction of the Barbie play in a cellar (podrum) in Zagreb subverts conventional gender norms, opening up queer perspectives, too.
Accomodation culture and its physical reflections are in direct contact with lifestyle and social structure. It is accepted that Turks had used to live as nomads and after for a long time they had a sedentary life. The tent meets the need... more
Accomodation culture and its physical reflections are in direct contact with lifestyle and social structure. It is accepted that Turks had used to live as nomads and after for a long time they had a sedentary life. The tent meets the need for shelter of those Turks tribes which is the most appropriate to nomadic life. Because of state policies and other factors this lifetyle abondoned in time and give its place to a housing type called Traditional Turkish Housing which has developed for hunders of years, carries traces from tent life and occurs quite specific examples in Anatolia. This house has positive relationships with nature and also it is a model for provide ecological sustainability in physical environment. After endustrial revolution under the influence of changing lifestyles and technological developments which also influenced Anatolian geography even if it was delayed these houses started to be functionless and gave its place to reinforced concrete blocks. Desperate consequences of changing consumption habits and lifestyles started to find voice and create an agenda with alarming nature by ozone depletion, global warming, melting glaciers etc. As designers and artists there is some points in order to contribute about that important issue threatening our future. In this study it is tried to determine house features of today by examining basic features of Turkish accomodation culture contributing ecological sustainability which is in direct relations with lifestyle. In this context four basic features contributing ecological sustainability which can be see in tents and houses of traditional period is evaluated and conceptualized. They are barter, mimicry, comply and transformation. These four basic principles forming accomodation places by contributing ecological sustainability show themselves in tent and traditional housing and it is observed moving away from these principles with technological developments. For this reason the purpuse of this study is to emphasize the things which can be learned from deep-rooted and special Turkish accomodation culture for house lifecycle of today. Keywords; accomodation culture, ecological sustainability, barter, mimicry, comply, transformation
