This chapter examines theories on the emergence of life on other planets and questions the universality of human-like attributes among intelligent species. It also highlights the remarkable adaptability of cephalopods, such as octopuses, and discusses the unique challenges posed by human impact on ecosystems. Ultimately, the conversation encourages a deeper understanding of life's evolution and humanity's potential role in the broader cosmic context.
Professor Sara Walker is an astrobiologist and theoretical physicist whose research focuses on the origins of life, artificial life, and the detection of life on other worlds. She is the author of “Life as No One Knows It: The Physics of Life’s Emergence.”
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