Non-Darwinian approaches to evolution are increasingly common today. A
significant number of capable biologists are pursuing research that points
away from the classical idea that evolution consists only of chance point
mutations and natural selection. Other factors are arising, factors that
complicate this originally clear-cut picture. Current orthodox Darwinians
would do well to reflect on a more recent historically grounded philosophy
of science. Although such grounding would undoubtedly make for greater
modesty in the pronouncements of scientists, it could also make for increased
fruitfulness in the actual course of science.
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