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Michael Levin on Morphogenetics, Regeneration, Consciousness, and Xenobots

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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DNA, Signals, and Cellular Communication

This chapter explores the interplay between DNA and non-neurobiological signals, likening DNA to hardware and signals to software that dictate biological processes. It discusses the implications of cellular communication in cancer development, highlighting how disrupted electrical signals can alter cell behavior and identity. Additionally, it examines groundbreaking experiments with xenobots, showcasing the collective intelligence of cellular systems and their adaptability beyond traditional evolutionary constraints.

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