Explain the Statement "It's a Microbial World … and We

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Essay

Explain the statement "It's a microbial world … and we just happen to live in it" in the context of both early and modern Earth.

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Definitions:

Venture Philanthropy Funding

A type of funding that combines venture capital principles with philanthropy to invest in social ventures that aim to generate social impact alongside financial returns.

Financial Assistance

The provision of resources, typically money, to individuals, businesses, or organizations to support them financially.

Venture Philanthropy Partners

An investment approach that applies venture capital strategies to philanthropy, focusing on building the capacity and sustainability of non-profits.

Impact-Investment Fund

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