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#985 Philip Ball - How Life Works: A User’s Guide to the New Biology

The Dissenter

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Life Begins at the Cellular Level

In recent years, there has been a pronounced shift in biology, emphasizing the centrality of the cell over genes, which dominated the discourse since the 1950s. This re-focus on the cell aligns with the post-Human Genome Project era, indicating a renewed appreciation for the cell as the fundamental unit of life. The cell is recognized as the minimum living entity, and understanding life necessitates starting at the cellular level, as anything below it does not hold meaningful life. This perspective underscores the importance of studying cells to fully grasp biological processes.

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