God's little helper

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Molecular biologist James Watson, who with Francis Crick unravelled the structure of DNA in 1953, does not think that cloning will change human destiny but admits that he would be relieved if cloning a monkey proved impossible. Watson feels that research to try to determine the genetic component of such diseases as schizophrenia should be less controversial. He refutes the argument that genetic data risks being misused by pointing out that all information can be misused. Watson has a son with severe learning difficulties and admits that it is difficult to love a child who does not look right.

Molecular biologists, Watson, James D.

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Formulas for riches and fame

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Professor of Chemistry and Author Peter Atkins admits his success as an author has meant he has no time to carry out research. He is willing to use electronic media but feels although it is a helpful for students it has some limitations. Atkins book 'Creation Revisited' has been challenged by many other scientists. Whilst his textbook 'Physical Chemistry' has worldwide sales and is the course textbook not only for chemistry but metallurgy and chemical engineering. He revises the book, which he first published in 1978, every three to four years.

United Kingdom, Authors, Writers, Behavior, Scientists, Atkins, Peter

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The ascendancy of man. Interview with Roger Penrose

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Roger Penrose is a professor of mathematics at Oxford University and believes that a new set of physics is required to bridge the gap between quantum mechanics and Newtonian laws. Penrose believes that the new physics will be able to explain the consciousness of man in the area of smells, pain and colours. He is also convinced that computers will never be able to replicate human consciousness.

Usage, Product development, Study and teaching, Artificial intelligence, Physics, Consciousness, Penrose, Roger

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