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The Double Helix
Book • 2001
In this autobiography, James Watson recounts the events surrounding the discovery of the structure of DNA. The book provides a detailed and sometimes controversial account of the scientific and personal aspects of the discovery, highlighting the roles of Watson, Francis Crick, Rosalind Franklin, and Maurice Wilkins.
It emphasizes the human side of scientific research, including rivalries, personal relationships, and the intersection of science and everyday life.
Despite some historical inaccuracies and dramatic embellishments, the book is celebrated for its insight into the sociology of scientific enterprise and its impact on the public's perception of scientists.
It emphasizes the human side of scientific research, including rivalries, personal relationships, and the intersection of science and everyday life.
Despite some historical inaccuracies and dramatic embellishments, the book is celebrated for its insight into the sociology of scientific enterprise and its impact on the public's perception of scientists.
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Peter Attia as a fascinating and gripping story of the discovery of the structure of DNA.
Peter Attia as a fascinating and gripping story of the discovery of the structure of DNA.
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Mentioned by Eric Weinstein as a book that provides insights into the actual mechanisms that drive progress.
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Ian Betts as a book about the arms race for discovering the composition and shape of DNA.
Ian Betts as a book about the arms race for discovering the composition and shape of DNA.
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Mentioned by Dr. Guddi Singh as a book that influenced Jennifer Doudna's interest in science.
Gene Editing and the Future of the Human Race, with Walter Isaacson and Dr Guddi Singh
Mentioned by Jonathan Buttaci when discussing materialistic views on life and the rejection of vitalism.
Why Would a Biologist Believe in the Soul? | Prof. Jonathan Buttaci
Mentioned in relation to his autobiographical account of the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA.
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