1. Darwin's Legacy: Course Introduction (September 22, 2008) -

1. Darwin's Legacy: Course Introduction (September 22, 2008)

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Professor Durham provides an overview of the course; Professor Robert Siegel touches upon "Darwin's Own Evolution;" Professor Durham returns for a talk on "Darwin's Data;" and the lecture concludes with a panel discussion moderated by Lynn Rothschild. (September 22, 2008)

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