Tag: reproduction
From Bears to Whales: A Difficult Transition
Critics laughed at this, and Darwin removed it from later editions of his book, though he continued privately to believe it.
Deconstructing Belief in Evolution
A young biochemist suggested to me that hurricanes constitute an observable example of a natural artifact exhibiting complexity.
Gould’s Panda Argument Is a Problem for Atheistic and Agnostic Views
Contrary to conventional wisdom, then, Stephen Jay Gould’s panda argument does not provide evidence against intelligent design.
The Humanity and Personhood of an Embryo
A sperm and an egg separately constitute a potential human. But when they unite, the result is a human being from the moment of fertilization.
Fruit Fly Eyes and More Surprises for Darwin
Don’t swat too quickly! There’s more awe in that little fly than might be apparent from a cursory glance.