Tag: evolution
How the Caterpillar Got Its Legs…Or Not
Almost 400 years after its discovery, the process of metamorphosis is still a thorny conundrum for evolutionary biologists.
Fossil Friday: Chronospecies, a Sinking Ship
The concept of chronospecies in paleontology was introduced by George (1956) for the naming of successive species in a single evolving lineage.
Parables from Nature: A Profile of Margaret Gatty
Although she refrained from challenging Darwin publicly, Margaret had strong thoughts of opposition to Darwin’s proposals.
Astrophysicist: “We Do Not Yet Know How, Where, or Why Life First Appeared”
It’s good to find another scientist — with no connections to intelligent design — who sees the issue so clearly.
Dembski and Ruse Look Back on 20 Years of Debate — And a Special Anniversary
The protest about the “spectre of intelligent design” was telling. When critics start talking that way, you can’t help wondering if ID is onto something.