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The TalkOrigins Archive
Provides a number of essays and articles on various aspects of biology and evolutionary theory. http://www.talkorigins.org/origins/faqs-evolution.html
Web Sites Evolution:
» A Post-Darwinian Probabilistic Model
A probabilistic model of biological evolution with a new interpretation of Darwinian natural selection and 3 examples: 1) 5 mass extinctions 2) hominization 3) the PO2PAL increase.
» Alec's Evolution Pages
Essays, articles, resources and links presenting scientific evidence for evolution and refuting creationist arguments. Demonstrates fallacies of Young Earth Creationism and Intelligent Design.
» Beliefs of U.S. Public About Evolution and Creation
Presents and discusses the results of polls (from Gallup, About.com, and other sources) of various economic, educational, and religious groups about evolution and creation.
» Did Birds Evolve from Dinosaurs?
Article by Dr Marc Surtees arguing that the fossil record does not appear to provide indisputable evidence for the theory that birds evolved from theropod dinosaurs.
» Evolution Directory
Provides a means for evolutionary biologists, population biologists and scientists in related areas to post and distribute information about jobs, meetings, news and general announcements.
» Evolution for Creationists
This article argues that evolution is an observed, natural fact. It then tries to provide answers to many of the problems Creationists may have with the theory of evolution.
» Evolution of Evolvability
This paper shows how evolution tunes the content and frequency of genetic variation to enhance its evolvability, organising genetic systems into hierarchies. Genetic evolution is neither random nor blind.
» Evolution, Biology and Taxonomy
Provides articles on the history of the theory of evolution and the basics of biological evolution. Includes forums only available to members.
» Evolution: Fact and Theory
This article states that the most common misconception people have about evolution is that it is a theory. It then explains that evolution is a FACT and that it is Darwin's explanation of the process of evolution that is the theory.
» Evolution: The Experience
Conference in February 2009 to be held at Melbourne, Australia celebrating the 200th anniversary of Darwin’s birth and the 150th anniversary of the publication of the Origin of the Species. Information on the program, submissions, speakers, venue and so
» Fossil Horses
Article explaining how the discovery by Othniel Charles Marsh of certain horse fossils demonstrated the evolution of the horse and provided credible evidence to back up Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.
» Macroevolution.net
Gene McCarthy, a geneticist, provides an in-depth discussion of macroevolution and its probable causes and, in the process, reviews the history of evolutionary thought.
» Milestones of Vertebrate Evolution
Poster providing a great deal of information in a simple but comprehensive way in accordance with the new cladistic classification system. Also contains information on the work behind the poster.
» Radiation of the First Animals
Illustrated lecture transcript by Dr. Jere Lipps. Discussion of the evolutionary record of the pre-Cambrian period and the Cambrian explosion, including the traces and impacts of non-skeletal life forms.
» Replicators: Evolutionary Powerhouses
Extensive and interactive educational resource providing information on biological and cultural evolution, language development and philosophy.
» Synapsids and the Evolution of Mammals
Article from Truth in Science describing Professor Donald Prothero's view that the evolution of mammals from their ancestors, the synapsids, provides an excellent example of a transitional sequence.
» The Evolution Evidence Page
A collection of articles about evolution, most of which deal primarily with human evolution, from a variety of sources. They include discussion of the anatomical, fossil and genetic evidence.
» The Evolutionary Tales
Recasting of Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales" to present evolutionary theory and the pseudo-scientific nature of "creation science" and "intelligent design," by Ronald L. Ecker. Full text available online.
» The Mural of Primate Evolution
The American Museum of Natural History provides a mural, created by artist Jay Matternes, illustrating 50 million years of primate evolution.
» The Panda's Thumb
Group weblog on evolutionary theory, the claims of the anti-evolution movement, and the defence of the integrity of both science and science education.
» The Peppered Moth
Article about the peppered moth where natural selection had caused a change in populations, long held out to be a demonstration of evolution in progress.
» This View of Life
A beginner's guide to a science-based understanding of evolution, accessible to the non-scientist. Present the topic of evolution in a scientifically accurate manner that avoids highly technical language.
» Triumph of Life
Companion to PBS series on evolution. Features essays, video clips, and special interactive features that explore the story of life on Earth.
