Tag: medicine
On Universal Darwinism
Universal Darwinism is the belief that Darwin’s theory can be applied fruitfully to many scientific disciplines, not just to biology.
To Intimidate Scientists, No Stalin Is Required
Many scientists face abuse and threats from an outraged minority who want there to be a biological basis for chronic fatigue syndrome.
Small Wonders: Scientists Reveal the Secrets of Amazing Little Insects and Crustaceans
It often seems that the closer you need to look, the greater the wonder. It’s as if someone set it there to hide, waiting for us.
Fetal Pain – Another Case Where the “Science Denial” Insult Has Been Misapplied
It’s a blatant untruth that “fetuses cannot feel pain,” as neuroscientist Michael Egnor explains.
#5 of Our Top Stories of 2018: It’s Not “Evolution” — A Nobel Prize for Engineering Enzymes
In effect, protein engineers are using the power of random change plus intelligent design to see what if anything will improve function.