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Three Types of Science: Fantasy Science

One example of fantasy science, according to biophysicist Kirk Durston, is the multiverse. Read More ›
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Three Types of Science: Inferential Science

Kirk Durston explains how such reasoning can be used effectively as we consider the best explanation for the origin of biological information. Read More ›
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Three Types of Science: Experimental Science

Kirk Durston says he has yet to find a true conflict between experimental, reproducible scientific observations and his religious faith. Read More ›
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Physicist: “The Multiverse Is a Lot Like God”

I have to admit it makes me smile to think Professor Gleiser’s thoughts ahead of him. Read More ›
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Evolution Is Not Like Physics

A new theory of evolution extends Darwinian processes, making them into physical laws based on “learning theory.” Read More ›
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From Scientific American, Another Bedtime Story for Atheists

The upshot of the best modern biology and cosmology can be epitomized by changing just one word in physicist Steven Weinberg’s famous comment. Read More ›
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The Multiverse Is Some Scientists’ “God of the Gaps”

This brand of scientific ideology requires a “God of the gaps” — Eugene Koonin’s “present model” — to explain away mysteries like the origin of life. Read More ›
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Listen: Kirk Durston on Fantasy Science and Scientism

One example of fantasy science, according to Durston, is the multiverse. Read More ›
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Biophysicist and Philosopher Kirk Durston on Experimental, Inferential, and Fantasy Science

In a conversation with host Andrew McDiarmid, Dr. Durston describes how abductive reasoning can be used as we consider the best explanation for the origin of biological information. Read More ›
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Listen: Biophysicist and Philosopher Kirk Durston on Experimental Science

Durston says he has yet to find a true conflict between experimental, reproducible scientific observations and his religious faith. Read More ›

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