Dr. Alexander Kudryavtsev, a prominent Russian geneticist and former head of the Vavilov Institute of General Genetics at the Russian Academy of Sciences, has been dismissed from his position, sparking controversy over his unorthodox views on human lifespan. The scientist, known for blending science with religious beliefs, asserted at a conference that humans once lived for 900 years, suggesting a connection between shorter lifespans today and the sins of our ancestors.
Kudryavtsev, who cited an Internet graph as his evidence, argued that the Universe, created by God, underwent a process of "decay" caused by human sins. The dismissal by the Russian Education Ministry has stirred speculation, with many attributing it to the geneticist's unconventional statements. At the conference in Minsk, he contended that mutations leading to genetic diseases in modern humans are consequences of ancestral sins.
His controversial claim extended to the idea that children are responsible for the sins of their fathers up to the seventh generation. When questioned by the media, Kudryavtsev emphasized the impact of "bad habits" or sins on the genome, asserting that avoiding such habits is crucial for having healthy offspring.
The 60-year-old scientist's dismissal has raised questions about the intersection of religious beliefs and scientific discourse, shedding light on the challenges scientists face when navigating the realms of theology and genetics. The incident also prompts a broader conversation about the boundaries between personal beliefs and professional responsibilities within the scientific community.
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