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    A DASH OF 'QUANTUM WEIRDNESS' ADDS AN INTRIGUING NEW ASPECT TO THE THEORY OF EVOLUTION

    Dec 07, 2023 3 minutes

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    In 1990, while at Haverford College, I embarked on a transformative academic journey into biophysics –the captivating intersection of physics and biology.

    It was during this time that I delved into the tantalising notion of quantum mechanics operating within living organisms.

    Unbeknown to me, this exploration would etch an enduring imprint on my scientific voyage, kindling a lifelong fascination with biophysics. Ultimately, I charted my research course in quantum cosmology, but the

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