Chemical Reactions and the Origins of Life

Nick Lane is a British biochemist & a professor in evolutionary biochemistry at University College London acclaimed for his explorations at the nexus of biochemistry and evolution. Renowned for works like "Transformer: The Deep Chemistry of Life and Death" his latest book & he delves into the role of energy in shaping the emergence and complexity of life. In this episode, we unravel the origins of cellular life and delve into the intriguing connections between biochemistry and evolutionary biology, shedding light on life's fundamental processes.