Tag: University of Washington
On Being Human — A Reflection
Evolutionary biologist David Barash is a man on a mission. He wants to make sure that we all know we are only human, and that means we are only animal.
Was Universe Designed for Hairy-Nosed Wombats?
David Barash is an evolutionary biologist known for delivering a yearly talk to his students disabusing them of the idea that science can be reconciled with religious faith.
Beating the Summer Heat — Thanks to Human Exceptionalism
It’s hot out. Be glad that you’re a human being, and not some other kind of mammal.
When Evolving Life, Don’t Forget the Astrophysics
What happens down here depends a lot on what’s going on up there.
The Biggest Sea Animals: Whaling for Evolution
The largest animals that ever lived defy simple evolutionary stories.