William A. Dembski

Some scientists need to distinguish natural phenomena from phenomena produced by conscious intelligence. Archaeologists, for example, sometimes have to distinguish simple tools, such as hide scrapers and grinding stones, from stone formations caused by the natural fragmentation of rock. Astronomers working for S.E.T.I. (Search for Extra— Terrestrial Intelligence) use sophisticated statistical analysis to look for radio signals that might be produced by intelligent alien life—forms. These same techniques could be used to discover whether intelligent design shapes life on earth. William A. Dembski received a Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a doctorate in mathematics from the University of Chicago. He also has a master's degree from the Princeton Theological Seminary. He is the author of numerous books and articles on philosophy...