God under the microscope.

Is it necessary to choose between science and religion in seeking to explain the origin of life, or are they reconcilable? Richard Dawkins (Prof. of the Public Understanding of Science, Oxford University), supported by Prof. James Watson, presents his arguments against the existence of God. He insists that science and religion are incompatible. Visiting the monastary at Brno where Mendel laid the foundations of modern genetics, he states that Mendel's religions beliefs prevented him from being a great scientist. He then joins in a debate, chaired by Joan Bakewell, on the clash - or correspondance - between science and the existence of God. Taking part are David Starkey (historian, LSE), Wentzel van Hyuyssteen (Princeton Theological Seminary), Prof. Michael Heller (Catholic priest and scientist, Cracow University) and Baroness Mary Warnock (philosopher).