Attention will focus on the famous "synthesis" period in evolutionary studies, when fundamental changes occurred in the discipline. These changes affect theories in biology even today.

This meeting will include an evening lecture, open to the public, by noted historian and philosopher, Professor Michael Ruse (Lucyle T. Werkmeister Professor of Philosophy at Florida State University). The workshop will focus on substantial new research on the history of the evolutionary synthesis and will emphasize several key questions. How does recent scholarship change our understanding of the period? How does it alter our sense of connection across the generations? How do activities in evolutionary studies relate to developments elsewhere in biology?

Attendance at the workshop requires registration. Graduate students are especially welcome. Registration and program information are available on-line (address given below). This conference is organized by Dr. Joe Cain (University College London). It is made possible through the generous support of Professor Frederick H. Burkhardt, the Library of the American Philosophical Society, and Florida State University.