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Science, evolution and society
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Semi-random observations of an interdisciplinary scientist studying evolutionary ecology in the interstices of human enterprise, in the real spaces we leave open for other species to coexist with us, and the virtual spaces where we communicate increasingly. The mostly science but somewhat personal blog of a reconciliation ecologist studying the responses of wildlife to human influences through an evolutionary lens. Also a father of two girls; photographer; birdwatcher; bookworm; cinephile; and explorer of the internets.
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biology, science education, science communication
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A Replicated Typo was originally your standard wordpress blog dedicated to the non-standard theme of evolutionary linguistics. Its original author, James Winters, recently (July 2010) decided to buy his own host, get a decent domain and expand his list of contributors. Those currently writing for the blog include Sean Roberts, Hannah Little, Michael Pleyer, Anne Pritchard, Richard Littauer and Bill Benzon.
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Exceptions to natural and biological rules as well as amazing stories of adaptation and diversity are used to illustrate and reinforce the core concepts of biology.
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The world is full of interesting and extreme creatures, most of which go unnoticed on a daily basis. The majority of these creatures are insects, and at Biodiversity in Focus their stories are told through photography and tales out of the scientific literature. Fly (Diptera) diversity and natural history meets social media and science communication, bringing these amazing insects into the light.
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A Paleontologist (PhD) views on science, art and politics.
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This blog covers women's reproductive physiology (ladybusiness), the menstrual cycle, evolutionary medicine, human behavior, and biological anthropology.
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The name for this blog comes from an obscure morphological characteristic unique to the genus Stylidium (triggerplants) of Australia. The term was coined by Allen Lowrie and Kevin Kenneally in 1994 and refers to a "cradle" or pouch-like structure formed by the column (fused male and female reproductive organs). A professor once told me that botanists come up with names for these characters while in the field waiting for their plants to flower. I find this attribute charming and the growing lexicon challenging but fun to learn.
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Evolution, coevolution, and diverse distractions.
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eco-evolutionary dynamics
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Evolution, ecology, animal behaviour and more...
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Empirical Zeal is my attempt to communicate the wonder and excitement of science with jargon free summaries of new experiments and discoveries.
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Official blog of the Entomological Society of Canada, insect science, diversity and photography is discussed by a diverse society of entomology students, academics, professionals and enthusiasts.
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Evopalaeo: an insightful and exiting window into the lost worlds of prehistory. We aim to provide interesting, detailed and, crucially, accessible discussions into diverse topics relating to palaeontology, evolutionary biology and comparative anatomy.
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Evolving Economics is a blog by Jason Collins of his thoughts on economics, evolution and those areas in between.
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I’m a student of Medieval English Language and Literature at Oxford University with a special interest in the intersections of science and the sound-arts: poetry and music.
I’m particularly fascinated by evolutionary studies and the neuroscience of language and music, so blog about recent research in these fields as well as about the interactions of science and the arts more generally. These areas, which elucidate our understanding of how the human brain perceives art, also significantly inform my own poetry and music.
Along with any promotion of science’s place in the arts, I think it is also important to debunk popular opinions that are antagonistic to science having a place at all.
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GrrlScientist is an evolutionary biologist, ornithologist and science writer who writes about evolution, ethology and ecology, especially in birds. Also publishes a few invited guest blog essays.
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Since April 15, journalist Kerstin Hoppenhaus is embedded as a reporter in the Max Planck Intitute for Evolutionary Anthropology in Leipzig. I will be here for three months, reporting daily through social media and other channels – from the labs, the ape house, and wherever else the scientists take me. If all goes well, this will become, over time, a crossmedia documentary about the making of science.
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A look at animal sex and mating systems, primarily among insects, with a nod to evolutionary biology in order to make this seem like less of a weird thing to be really excited about.
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This blog isn’t just about cutting-edge or peer-reviewed research; I write about whatever I think might be interesting, which also includes older research and simple explanations of things that might be considered “basic science”. My goal is to communicate scientific ideas to non-scientists in a way that is enlightening, engaging or even inspirational. I hope the blog will be more than just my writing, though – discussion and discourse are the heart of learning, so please share your thoughts and questions in the comments.
A better understanding of science is important for everyone. Since most scientific research is publicly funded, scientists need the public to understand the value of their work. A scientifically educated and aware public is more likely to do so and to be willing to extend or expand support for science. For non-scientists, a better understanding of science can help make more informed and effective choices on both a personal and a social level. From GMOs to climate change to stem cell research, we are struggling together to regulate the decisions we make and to understand their effects. While science alone cannot determine our choices, they must be based in a firm understanding of science.
The world around us is richly mysterious, full of dazzling wonders and dizzying complexity. Science is how we try to capture that numinous whole in beautiful, elegant explanations and simple ideas. Each advance is a small wonder in its own right and science communication should reflect that sentiment. At its best, it should do more than just explain. It should impart a sense of majesty and beauty; it should inspire us to keep asking questions and to strive for understanding. I was lucky enough to grow up in just such an atmosphere; I hope that I can pass on some small part of that richness.
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Paleoanthropology, evolution and genetics
