Explore the nature of science through Dr. Durkin's PhD research in this 34-minute webinar. Gain insights into evolution, experimental design, and artificial selection as Dr. Durkin discusses her work with facultatively parasitic mites and their attachment to flies. Learn about rigorous scientific practices, including the importance of control groups and replication in research. Discover how divergence occurs in evolutionary processes and engage with the conclusions drawn from this study. Participate in a Q&A session to deepen your understanding of the scientific method and its application in real-world research.