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117 | Sean B. Carroll on Randomness and the Course of Evolution

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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The Evolution of Genetic Understanding: From Darwin to Modern Discoveries

This chapter explores the historical progression of genetic knowledge, focusing on the shift from Darwin's natural selection to the discovery of genes and DNA. The speaker shares personal insights from their postdoctoral journey, emphasizing the impact of regulatory genes and technological advancements on our understanding of evolution and genetic mutations.

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