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Get ready to celebrate the life and achievements of one of the most influential scientists in history on February 12 – Darwin Day! This day honors the birth anniversary of Charles Darwin, who is best known for his theory of evolution by natural selection. Not only did he change the way we perceive our origins, but his work also continues to inspire and shape scientific research today. So let's take a moment to appreciate the impact of his discoveries and how they have shaped our understanding of the world around us.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1809</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Charles Darwin</div><div class='timeline-text'>Charles Robert Darwin was born on February 12, 1809, in Shrewsbury, England.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1831-1836</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Voyage of the Beagle</div><div class='timeline-text'>Darwin sets sail aboard the HMS Beagle, a voyage that fuels his interest in natural history and leads to critical observations for his theory of evolution.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1859</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>On the Origin of Species </div><div class='timeline-text'>Darwin publishes his ground-breaking book, "On the Origin of Species," outlining his theory of evolution through natural selection.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Humanist Community Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>First unofficial celebration of Darwin Day by the Humanist Community of Silicon Valley, aiming to promote science education and honor Darwin's contribution.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Darwin Day Program</div><div class='timeline-text'>The official Darwin Day Program is launched by the American Humanist Association, with activities and events held worldwide to celebrate Darwin's life and achievements.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognizing Darwin Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Congressman Jim Himes introduces a resolution in the United States House of Representatives to officially recognize Darwin Day on February 12.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a natural history museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to your local natural history museum to learn about evolution and the work of Charles Darwin. You can also attend special events or exhibits that may be happening on Darwin Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read Darwin's works</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate Darwin Day by reading some of Charles Darwin's most famous works, such as "On the Origin of Species" or "The Descent of Man". These books are not only educational but also provide insight into Darwin's groundbreaking theories.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a lecture or discussion</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many universities and organizations hold lectures and discussions about evolution and Charles Darwin on Darwin Day. Attend one of these events to learn more and engage in meaningful discussions with others.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plant a tree</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>In honor of Darwin's contributions to science and nature, plant a tree on Darwin Day. This is a symbolic way to celebrate his legacy and also help the environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a science-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather friends and family for a science-themed party on Darwin Day. You can have activities such as trivia games, experiments, and discussions about evolution and Charles Darwin.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It honors the contributions of Charles Darwin</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Darwin Day is a celebration of the life and work of Charles Darwin, the father of evolutionary theory. It's a time to recognize his pioneering ideas and the impact they have had on our understanding of the natural world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes scientific literacy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Darwin Day is an opportunity to promote scientific literacy and critical thinking. By learning about evolution and its evidence, we can better understand the complexities of life on Earth and how we as humans are connected to all other living beings.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about ongoing issues in science</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On Darwin Day, we not only celebrate past achievements in science, but also raise awareness about current issues facing our planet. This includes climate change, biodiversity loss, and the importance of conservation efforts. By honoring Darwin's work, we are reminded to continue striving towards progress and sustainability in the scientific world.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Humans belong to the only species left from the genus Homo</h3><p class='facts-text'>Our species, Homo sapiens, is the only living species left from the Homo genus, which included several other species of early humans.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The human brain has tripled in size over human evolution</h3><p class='facts-text'>Over approximately 2 million years, the human brain has tripled in size. Most of this growth occurred in the last 2 million years.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Human speech sets us apart from other animals</h3><p class='facts-text'>While many animals can communicate, humans are unique in our ability to form complex language and articulate distinct speech sounds.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bipedalism emerged before large brains</h3><p class='facts-text'>Hominins, the group that includes humans and our close extinct ancestors, began walking on two legs before the development of larger brains.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>We share a common ancestor with chimpanzees and bonobos</h3><p class='facts-text'>Modern humans share a common ancestor with chimpanzees and bonobos. It is believed that our lineages diverged from this common ancestor around 5 to 7 million years ago.</p></div></div>
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