Dana Krempels - Evolution - Biology - Science

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Expert Profile: Dana Krempels

Expertise: I can answer questions about evolutionary mechanisms and theory, including genetic drift, mutation, natural selection, etc. I also can clear up misconceptions about evolution as it's sometimes talked about by those not well-versed in the subject (e.g., some politicians and many religious fundamentalists).

Experience in the area
I have a Ph.D. in Biology, and presently teach Evolution and Biodiversity, Genetics, Botany, and Zoology at the University of Miami.

Organizations
House Rabbit Society Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society

Publications
Exotic DVM Magazine (veterinary journal)

Education/Credentials
B.S. in Biology B.A. in English Ph.D. in Biology

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What do you like about this subject? It has everything to do with who we are and where we are going as a species!

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? Since so many people have misconceptions about how evolution works, I'd like to help make the subject more clear and easier to understand for everyone, including non-scientists.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know: Humans did not "evolve from" apes or monkeys. The fossil record is not the best tool for studying evolutionary relationships.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject When someone asks me "Do you believe in evolution?" my answer is "No." Evolution is not a matter of belief or disbelief. It is an observable phenomenon that can be seen occurring all around us every day. So I don't believe in it: I see it and accept it as a fact. The only thing "theoretical" about evolution is the mechanisms by which it occurs.

Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 1810
Knowledge	9.88 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.78 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.95 Best of the best
Politeness	9.83 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		10
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		134

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	10/01/08
10	10	10	10	09/26/08
10	10	10	10	08/30/08
10	10	10	10	08/27/08
10	10	10	10	08/27/08

User Comments

Your answer completely clears my question I now understand the differance. Thanks a lot.
(Michael on 10/01/08)

nothing but good things to say for the reply of DANA KREMPELS
(ROLLAND on 09/26/08)

Thank you very much! That was a wonderful, thorough answer. We're really excited to try it now! We can spend some extra time over the three-day weeken
(Lynn on 08/30/08)

you are such a great help... god bless you for imparting so much of knowledge to us
(Nudhar on 08/27/08)

thank you :)
(lindsey on 08/27/08)

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Recent Answers from Dana Krempels

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