Darwin, Design & Democracy V: Science Converges on Design

By John Calvert

September 24 & 25, 2004 Woodward Hall, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM

As we look at the data throughout the universe the picture that emerges is a number of "design solutions" all converging on the conclusion that complex life, especially intelligent life, is rare — even special. What causes this convergence? Is it actual intelligence, some yet unexplained law of nature or a vast number of extraordinary evolutionary coincidences?

This is the central question that 20 experts will explore at DDD V.

The other is whether this fascinating subject is one that should be withdrawn from the view of rising young naturalists that are attending public schools. Should those institutions seek to inform students about this intellectually stimulating scientific controversy, or should they show only that information which supports the naturalistic perspective that undergirds non-theistic religions and belief systems? A number of educators will discuss education models that will bring students into the discussion so that they will truly be informed rather than indoctrinated. Two lawyers will also address the legal issues.

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File Date: 8.1.04

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