Many scoff at the idea of today’s population being traced back to just a pair of individuals. But scientists Ann Gauger and Ola Hössjer decided to test the hypothesis using population genetics. They release the data here.

The animated video, entitled “Evolution: Bacteria to Beethoven,” is a nice summary of Meyer’s book-length treatments of the Cambrian Explosion and the DNA engima. And at under six minutes in length, it makes a great conversation starter!

Astronomer Guillermo Gonzalez writes, “It’s too bad biologists are not as open about crises in their theories. It’s the sign of a healthy science.”

The brain assists the organization and recall of thoughts by segmenting them and associating them with stimuli. But who is doing the thinking?

A well-crafted short sci-fi film suggests, intentionally or otherwise, maybe not.