“Survival of the Nettest” Wins Science Book of the Year

We are delighted to share that Survival of the Nettest by Dirk Brockmann has been named Science Book of the Year 2025 in the category “Overview”. The award honors books that provide exceptional clarity in presenting complex topics.

In this interdisciplinary work, Dirk explores a simple yet powerful idea: that cooperation—rather than competition—drives the major innovations in evolution. From the microbial world to complex ecosystems, he illustrates how symbiotic relationships have shaped life on Earth and continue to influence our understanding of individuality, biology, and society.

The book offers a thought-provoking synthesis of biology, systems thinking, and network science, accessible to readers both within and beyond the scientific community.

Congratulations to Dirk on this well-deserved recognition.