Tag: #Evolution #Epigenetics #CRISPR #HGT #CambrianExplosion #ScienceEthics #Biology #FutureOfMedicine
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Is Darwin Still Alive? How Fierce Debates Shape New Biology: Epigenetics, Viral “Loans,” and Cambrian Secrets
INTRODUCTION: THE DEBATE SPARKING A SCIENTIFIC REVOLUTION Darwin’s theory of evolution remains unsettled after 164 years. Islands of fierce debate—from scientific circles to the public—are not just signs of polarization. They are catalysts for discoveries reshaping our understanding of life. While critics highlight “missing links” and the Cambrian explosion, researchers uncover mechanisms that transcend and complement classical selection. This…