Knowing what your parents have gives you hints of things, but your genome is a totally unique combination of and interchange of DNA from your parents. There is no one else like you genetically.
Craig VenterRead
Science should be the most fun job on the planet. You get to ask questions about the world around you and go out and seek the answers. Not to have fun doing that is crazy.
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What this quote means
Science is an exciting field that involves exploration and discovery.
In this quote, Craig Venter emphasizes the joy and excitement that comes with being a scientist. He suggests that the core of scientific work is driven by curiosity about the world, and that the pursuit of knowledge should be a fun and engaging experience. Venter points out that finding enjoyment in the process of asking and answering questions about our universe is not just beneficial but essential for a fulfilling scientific career.
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ScienceCuriosityExplorationFunQuestions
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech promoting STEM education, you might say, 'As Craig Venter said, science should be the most fun job on the planet!'
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Genome design is going to be a key part of the future. That's why we need fast, cheap, accurate DNA synthesis, so you can make a lot of iterations of something and test them.
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