Exploring Evolution: Molecular Evidence and Mechanisms

This lecture delves into the exploration of evolution through molecular evidence, mechanisms, and the evolution of proteins. Topics covered include phylogenetic trees, DNA-protein comparisons, and molecular evolution in test tubes. The instructor discusses the evidence of evolution, the evolution mechanism, and the role of enzymes in catalyzing reactions. The lecture also touches on the Nobel Prize in Chemistry awarded in 2018 for work on molecular evolution. Examples of molecular evolution experiments and the comparison of proteins like hemoglobin and myoglobin are presented to illustrate evolutionary concepts.