Category: Common Misconceptions

Introduction What if the history of life is not a story of predictable linear progress and expansion through time but rather of luck and decimation, and how can a shale deposit tucked in the Canadian Rockies help expose this reality? These questions and many more guide today’s post, centered on the Burgess Shale. A Fossil… Read more

Introduction I recently wrote a post entitled “The Power of the Gene and Biology.” By exploring biological anthropology, I have furthered my appreciation for the fascinating abilities of genes and evolution. Not only do they cultivate diversity but also improve our health and influence social phenomena. However, as you know, our blog is devoted to… Read more

Introduction At some point in our lives, most of us have resolved to eat healthier. What are the first few changes you would make to your diet? Chances are that eliminating sugar sprung to mind. Although diet culture has demonized this ingredient, we must be wary of the ideas propagated by our communities. Since Dual… Read more