Richard Dawkins[a]

Richard Dawkins is a British evolutionary biologist and author known for his work on the science of evolution and natural selection. He popularized the idea that genes are the fundamental units of biological inheritance and introduced the concept of the "selfish gene" to explain how genes drive evolution. Dawkins also advocates for scientific skepticism and atheism, often discussing the importance of evidence-based thinking and the natural origins of life. His books and speeches have significantly influenced public understanding of biology and science, promoting critical inquiry while challenging religious explanations of life's origins.