Pokémon turns 30 — how the fictional pocket monsters shaped science
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by Miryam NaddafFebruary 28, 2026
The Japanese media sensation has inspired generations of researchers in fields as diverse as evolution, biodiversity and research integrity. The Japanese media sensation has inspired generations of researchers in fields as diverse as evolution, biodiversity and research integrity.
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Originally published on Nature on 2/28/2026