Yes, for example...
Gregor Mendel, the 'father' of modern genetics. He figured out how dominant and submissive traits were passed on through selective breeding. Never figured out how to lose his virginity though.
Is there a scientific basis for religion?
Yes! I can prove that religion definitely exists.
See? Found one!
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhism
And another!
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity
Let's see if it's repeatable...
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity
Yup, still there.
There you have it folks, a scientific proof for religion.
Could use more data, and a null hypothesis, but I'm fairly confident these religions will continue to exist for further observation.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity
Still there!