In What Evolution Is, Ernst Mayr floats the idea that humans are born 17 months premature. I don't think he intends to critique humans or human development; he is simply describing a difference between humans and primates like chimpanzees. Our neurological development is not very far along at birth; baby chimps are much more capable. Maybe you're not familiar with baby chimps, but perhaps you've seen (video of) a baby deer or horse or giraffe tentatively taking its first steps within hours of birth; that's a skill … [Read more...] about Science Corner: Welcome to the Human Club
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Week in Review (Updated)
[Editor's note: This is a new weekly feature from your blog contributors. Each week, we'll be posting articles, books, news, etc., that Tom, Mike, and the ESN community have been pondering. If you have a book or article you'd like us to add to next week's Review, add it in the comments or send it to either Mike or Tom. Thanks!] The Harvard disadvantage - The Boston Globe takes a very personal look at students from poor backgrounds at Harvard and their struggles to fit in with the children of privilege. In the … [Read more...] about Week in Review (Updated)