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The Origins of Life with Sara Imari Walker

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Exploring Life's Origins: Selection and Assembly Theory

This chapter delves into selection and assembly theory, examining how different planetary geochemistries can lead to diverse forms of life. It highlights the challenges of defining life, discusses the complexities of molecular assembly, and emphasizes the need for innovative approaches in understanding life's emergence. The conversation also touches on the significance of molecular complexity, memory in biological systems, and potential alternatives to DNA in synthetic biology.

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