The fact that my environment influences my life so much - and that my environment is in my control - gives me a great sense of empowerment over my health and my life.
Anne WojcickiRead
I think we're just scratching the surface. One of the most exciting aspects of 23andMe is that we're enabling you to watch a revolution unfold live during your lifetime, and I think that the decoding of the genome, in my opinion, is the most fascinating discovery of our lifetime, and you get to be part of it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses excitement about the advancements in genetic research and the role individuals can play in it.
Anne Wojcicki highlights the groundbreaking nature of genomic research through 23andMe, emphasizing that humanity is only beginning to explore the potential of our genetic code. She conveys the thrill of being alive during such a transformative time in science, where individuals can directly engage with and understand their own genetics, thus participating in a significant scientific revolution.
Themes
GenomeGeneticsDiscoveryScienceRevolution
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech at a biotechnology conference to illustrate the importance of genetic research.
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