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The Selfish Gene at 50: A Half Century of Debate
To mark the 50th anniversary of Richard Dawkins' seminal work, 'The Selfish Gene,' scientists are revisiting its core message and debating its impact on evolutionary biology. The book remains a cornerstone in the field despite ongoing discussions.
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Scientific American
A half century ago The Selfish Gene by Richard Dawkins became an instant bestseller and transformed public awareness of evolutionary biology. Today scientists are still debating its core message
2026-10-20 12:45 UTC