Research Symposium

BIO

My name is Olivia Alintoff and I am a freshman from Jupiter, FL. I’m studying Cell and Molecular Neuroscience here at FSU! I am currently doing research in the Maner Lab and plan to explore additional research opportunities as an Undergraduate. I intend to attend medical school and pursue a career in Pediatric Neurology.

Mechanisms that Promote Cooperative Behavior in Groups

Abstract

Cooperation is crucial for human success. People cooperate with close friends and family, their community, and even complete strangers. One mechanism that promotes cooperation is punishment. The consequences associated with punishment include the prevention of future wrongdoings and setting a precedent of unacceptable behavior. Another (understudied) mechanism is reward, which can redeem the victim and increase downstream cooperation. The current work used the dual strategies framework of dominance and prestige to understand when and why people punish selfish others or reward cooperators.

Keywords: Dominance, Prestige, Cooperation, Punishment, Reward