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Sunlight on the Puzzle of Prebiotic RNA?

In two previous articles, I have argued against the plausibility of generating biologically relevant polymers (proteins, RNA, and DNA) in a prebiotic world. Read More ›
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Same-Handed Molecules Are an “Overarching Design Principle” in Life, Say Researchers

Without foresight to solve heterochiral incidents, a primordial cell would quickly perish even if, against all odds, it began homochiral.  Read More ›
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Much Ado About Lactase Persistence

Nothing shows the feebleness of Darwinism quite so much as breathless stories about brand new results. This week the topic was “lactase persistence.” Read More ›
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Put Some of This on That Wound, Honey

The antiseptic properties of natural honey are getting more attention as antibiotic-resistant bacteria proliferate. Read More ›

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