Biology

Introduction: Unlearning What You Think You Know About Evolution When many of us hear the word “evolution,” a specific image often comes to mind: a linear progression of stooped apes gradually standing upright, marching inevitably towards modern humanity. This simple…

The Secret Life of Leaves Most of us remember the basics of photosynthesis from school: plants take in sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create their own food. It’s the simple, elegant formula that powers nearly all life on Earth.…