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Michael Levin on Morphogenetics, Regeneration, Consciousness, and Xenobots

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

CHAPTER

The Bioelectric Code

This chapter explores the role of non-neural bioelectric states in cellular communication and development, revealing how all cells can create electrical potentials akin to neural cells. It highlights the evolutionary significance of these electrical activities in shaping anatomical structures and complex behaviors, challenging the traditional view of DNA as the sole architect of biology. The discussion further examines how manipulating bioelectric signals can lead to groundbreaking advancements in regeneration and bioengineering, emphasizing the intricate connection between electricity and biological form.

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