The theory of evolution has been on the minds of many scientists for more than two hundred years, since Darwin first presented his work on the subject. In this video, Jerry Coyne explains that the enormous amount of evidence that exists clearly indicates the theory is correct. The most common opposition generally takes the form of skepticism and denial. According to Coyne, people either don't want to believe it or they have strong religious feelings against it. Finally, he discusses the importance human rationality and how in many ways human behavior is similar to that of animals.
Jerry Coyne
Jerry Coyne is professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolution at University of Chicago. His areas of expertise include Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly), ecology, evolution, forensic use of DNA, and genetics. He is the author of the book Why Evolution is True and has also written numerous scientific papers and articles. Coyne holds a PhD in evolutionary biology from Harvard University and a BS in biology from the College of William & Mary.
Why Evolution is True: Interview with Jerry Coyne Jerry Coyne, Luis Figueroa
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How do you deal with the skepticism regarding evolution?
Why is evolution true?
What is the evidence for evolution?
A special species
Why do we not behave like beasts?
Rationality
Final words
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