Most evolution would seem to suggest species conservation, not actual evolution ☝️Temporarily oscillation, not permanent change. - it’s an opportunity, finding and knowing these doubts in Darwinism, to have more wonder, and work towards finding new ideas and theories How does/can evolution [[Design blog]] personality? - [](https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/2102853) It pretty much gives the standard answer, i.e. "Design as Metaphor" (as was the title of one of the chapters), but the majority of it gives a history essentially from Descartes and [[Plato]] to modern biology, which is quite fascinating to read. It also brings up subjects like imperfect design and the role of adaptation, so it's still technical, even though the majority is history. Dr. Michael J. Behe https://youtu.be/cCyq8CeQLTQ This book ([](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/296372)) could be one key in the path to reassessing Darwinism and [[Biology]] and [[Evolution]]. - [Michael Denton](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Michael-Denton/e/B000APBWAC/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1) ## Evolution: A Theory in Crisis - Mathematical challenges to genetic’s theory https://youtu.be/noj4phMT9OE ## The [watchmaker](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watchmaker "Watchmaker")  analogy given by [William Paley](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Paley "William Paley") in his 1802 book _[Natural Theology or Evidences of the Existence and Attributes of the Deity](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_Theology_or_Evidences_of_the_Existence_and_Attributes_of_the_Deity "Natural Theology or Evidences of the Existence and Attributes of the Deity")_.(https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watchmaker_analogy#cite_note-1) ## John Lennox [](https://evolutionnews.org/2020/11/john-lennox-scientific-evidence-for-a-design-behind-the-universe/) - Article by Christian de Duve [](https://www.project-syndicate.org/commentary/the-origin-of-life-2006-10) - We can evolve (adapt) but similarly to how we can choose what we like but not why we like what we like, we cannot choose how we evolve. This has implications for everything. I can only control some of my life, the majority is predetermined. This to me suggests I shouldn’t overthink or be overly worried about being, and concentrate on creating the chances for the [[Bayes’ Law|probability]] that something [[Original]] will be created through me. - chatgpt Breeding and evolving are two different processes that can lead to changes in the genetic makeup of a population or a species. Breeding refers to the intentional selection and mating of individuals with desirable traits in order to produce offspring with those traits. This is a process that is controlled by humans or other [[Animals]], and involves selecting for specific traits that are desired for a particular purpose. For example, farmers might selectively breed crops or livestock to increase their yield, while dog breeders might selectively breed for specific physical or behavioral traits in a particular breed. On the other hand, evolution is a natural process that occurs over time as populations of organisms adapt to changing environmental conditions. Evolution occurs through the mechanisms of natural selection, mutation, genetic drift, and gene flow. Natural selection favors individuals that are better adapted to their environment, while mutation introduces new genetic variation, genetic drift and gene flow change the frequency of genetic variants within a population. While breeding can produce changes in the genetic makeup of a population over a relatively short period of time, evolution occurs over much longer time scales and can result in much more significant changes to the genetic makeup of a population or species. Moreover, breeding is an artificial selection process, while evolution is a natural selection process that is driven by the interaction between organisms and their environment. # # Walcott Quarry ## Burgess Shale Fossils [](https://www.burgess-shale.bc.ca/burgess-shale-fossils/) # gunter bechly Paleontologist Share this with anyone interested in my growing interest of anti-evolution theory # The ‘Waiting time’ problem Read this ‘waiting time’ problem article 🤔 [](https://evolutionnews.org/2016/08/the_origin_of_m/) ![Stephen Jay Gould quote.png] # Haldane’s Dilemma https://tbiomed.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12976-015-0016-z#:~:text=Haldane%20realized%20that%20for%20long,be%20known%20as%20Haldane%27s%20Dilemma. [](https://inference-review.com/article/haldanes-dilemma) Yes, there were indications and ideas suggesting a connection between humans and apes before Charles Darwin's time. While Charles Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection provided a comprehensive explanation for the mechanism of evolution, the concept of a common ancestry between humans and other primates was already present in scientific discussions. Prior to Darwin, several naturalists and scientists had proposed the idea of human descent from apes or ape-like creatures based on anatomical and observational evidence. Here are a few notable examples: 1. Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Linnaeus, a renowned Swedish botanist and zoologist, classified humans and apes in the same order (Primates) in his taxonomic system. He recognized the anatomical similarities between humans and apes, suggesting a possible relationship. 2. Jean-Baptiste Lamarck (1744-1829): Lamarck, a French biologist, proposed an early theory of evolution that included the idea of humans descending from more primitive forms of life. Although his specific mechanism of inheritance was flawed, he acknowledged the possibility of humans evolving from lower organisms. 3. Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707-1788): Buffon, a French naturalist, noted the anatomical similarities between humans and apes and suggested a common origin for both. He also raised the possibility of humans and apes sharing a common ancestor. 4. Thomas Huxley (1825-1895): Huxley, an English biologist and strong supporter of Darwin's ideas, provided significant evidence for the theory of human evolution. He highlighted anatomical comparisons between humans and apes, particularly in skeletal structures, suggesting a shared ancestry. It's important to note that these early ideas lacked the extensive evidence and rigorous framework provided by Darwin's theory of evolution. Darwin's work in the mid-19th century, particularly his book "On the Origin of Species" published in 1859, provided a comprehensive explanation for the diversity of life on Earth, including the concept of common descent and natural selection as the primary driving force of evolution. Darwin's theory synthesized and consolidated existing knowledge, providing a robust scientific framework for understanding human evolution and the relationships between different species. His work significantly contributed to the acceptance and understanding of human descent from ape-like ancestors. [[Charles Darwin]] was the first ecologist according to [[Brian Eno]]. Not a hierarchy but a collective `Knowledge Base:` [[Ecology]]