“The expectations of theory colour perception to such a degree that new notions seldom arise from facts collected under the influence of old pictures of the world. New pictures cast their influence before facts can be seen in a different perspective.”
Quote by Niles Eldredge
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Niles Eldredge
Niles Eldredge is a renowned biologist known for his contributions to evolutionary theory and paleontology. His research focused on the processes of species formation and extinction, particularly in the context of the Cenozoic mass extinction event, where he proposed the theory of punctuated equilibrium. more
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Source: The Greek Way