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Springs, Glues, and Rocket Launchers in Cell Division

The molecules of life do much more than convey information. They combine and impose physical forces on each other in intricate, functional ways. Read More ›
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Phenology: The Science of Seasonal Adaptation

No, not phrenology — phenology. It’s not pseudoscience, but a lesser-known branch of science that includes birds, bees, and trees. Read More ›
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Fossil Friday: Suppressed Dissent About Neanderthal DNA in Modern Humans

The case of Professor William Amos represents an interesting parallel with dissenters in the intelligent design community. Read More ›
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New Study Reveals Secrets of Honey Bee Waggle Dance

There are several factors that make detecting direction challenging for the observing bees. One is that the dances take place inside a dark hive. Read More ›
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Walking Cells and Other Surprises Among Protists — An Evolutionary Challenge

That many show no clear phylogenetic connection with other microbes, and may contain unique morphological structures, poses a severe challenge to Darwinism. Read More ›
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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. Read More ›
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Epigenetics: Performing the Genome

Epigenetics is surpassing genetics in distinction, just as the pianist gets the applause and not the piano. Read More ›
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Intelligent Design at High Altitudes

Surprised at the ability of mammals to thrive at high altitudes, some evolutionists are looking to Darwinian theory for answers. Read More ›
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Intelligent Design in Unlovable Creatures

Between cells and humans, there are millions of "ugly duckling" species that are beautiful in their own way. Read More ›

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