Have you heard of the massive celebrations in progress around the world to promote the life and achievements of Charles Darwin? Nature launched a special issue featuring his life, his science and his legacy.1 The Natural History Museum in London, UK, dedicated a website promoting a national program of events celebrating his scientific ideas.2 Museums, universities and science organizations are networking globally to promote Darwin through exhibitions, lectures and conferences. Events are planned in dozens of countries including the USA, United Kingdom, Australia, China, South Korea, Portugal, Germany, Egypt and Hong Kong. Stanford University, California, will jet 90 pilgrims along...