“Every time you understand something, religion becomes less likely. Only with the discovery of the double helix and the ensuing genetic revolution have we had grounds for thinking that the powers held traditionally to be the exclusive property of the gods might one day be ours. . . .”

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The double helix

1968

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Avoid boring people

2007

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A Passion for DNA

2003

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Genes, girls, and Gamow

2002

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