Evidence for Evolution
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This document discusses the concept of evolution, including its definition, evidence, and impact. The document is likely lecture notes or course material about the history of life, the mechanisms of evolution and related topics. It appears to provide an overview of evolutionary biology topics and possibly questions for study.
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What is evolution? The original Latin (evolutio) literally means ‘to unfold’ Contemporary biology: ‘descent with modification’ Views on evolution: an informal poll taken at a Montreal café The results COVID-19 has changed how we see evolution About me Born and raised in Vancouver,...
What is evolution? The original Latin (evolutio) literally means ‘to unfold’ Contemporary biology: ‘descent with modification’ Views on evolution: an informal poll taken at a Montreal café The results COVID-19 has changed how we see evolution About me Born and raised in Vancouver, BC BSc, Queen’s University (1995) PhD, McGill University (2001) Postdoc, Oxford University (2003) Prof at uOttawa (2003-2023) Prof at McGill since 2023 In addition to this course, I run a research group that includes individuals from BSc-PDF level from Canada and abroad. I also direct the Trottier Institute for Science and Public Policy and am cross-appointed with the Max Bell School of Public Policy. As an undergrad evolution attracted me for its approach to diversity: In the grand history of life, over 99% of species that have ever existed are now extinct So, if you are part of the
