Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection was so revolutionary that it changed the whole field of natural history and the way we see ourselves. Will we ever see another discovery that shifts our paradigms so dramatically? How does evolutionary thought influence current research in molecular genetics? What historical conditions allowed Darwin to arrive at his discovery? In today's research environment, could a self-taught naturalist ever change the way we see our world?

Panelists included:

Thomas MerrittPhD, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Canada Research Chair in Genomics and Bioinformatics, Laurentian University

Peter NoskoPhD, Associate Professor, Department of Biology, Nipissing University

Anne ClendinningPhD, Associate Professor, Department of History, Nipissing University

David LegrosM.Sc., Natural Heritage Education Specialist, Algonquin Park

Moderator: Franco MariottiStaff Scientist, Science North