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Can We Eliminate the Idea of Function from Biology? A Philosopher and a Biologist Want to Try
They propose the term “biological role” instead. Thus, presumably, “the function of teeth is chewing” becomes “the biological role of teeth is chewing.”
Appreciate Your (Un-Evolved) Body
Things you probably didn’t even know about should arouse awe as we go about our tasks each day, and sleep each night.
You Can’t Climb a Mountain with Ostrich Legs
Compromises are driven by the limitations of a material world, but also by the vision that lies behind the design.