The lords of the flies

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When the human genome has been fully transcribed it is likely scientists will turn their attention to investigating the links between human behaviour and DNA. Biologist Seymour Benzer has been investigating the relationship between genes and behaviour in flies since the 1960s. Some of his work is now being used to help scientists understand the causes of human diseases, such as Alzheimer's. Benzer continues to insist it is his role to carry out investigations but society must make the decision on how to use his findings. There is some concern where work with genetics may finally lead.

Behavior, Biologists, Study and teaching, Genetic research, Benzer, Seymour

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Why Lords are a-leaping

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Some members of the UK House of Lords believe that the Teaching and Higher Education Bill will have a negative impact on the traditional independence of universities, as their ability to charge fees to students will be restricted. Some peers have welcomed plans to create a General Teaching Council and to strengthen the role of Ofsted, but feel that clarification is needed about the roles of both these bodies. Most members of the House of Lords wish to challenge the principle of student tuition fees, but some feel that student finance should have been reformed a long time ago.

Laws, regulations and rules, Political activity, Universities and colleges, Education, Higher, Higher education, United Kingdom. Parliament. House of Lords

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The lords of many domains

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In earlier times the human mind was thought of as a blank, ready to have impressions made upon it. The late 20th century view is that the mind is more akin to a computer. Psychologists now think that we retain the instincts of our primitive ancestors but apply them to modern life situations, although they may not be appropriate or useful. By considering evolutionary theories we are able to assess how our minds have developed over time.

Observations, Intelligence (Psychology), Intellect

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