Some Problems of Stochastic Processes in Genetics

Abstract

Stochastic processes are of great importance throughout the field of genetics. Five examples are selected for discussion. Random assortment of gene sub-units, random chromosome assortment and senescence in Paramecium, natural selection in a finite population, fixation of mutant genes, and populations in evolution, are included. In each, mathematics of probability is considered, and simple numerical examples are given in the first four. A list of 31 references is appended.