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#318 – Nick Lane: Origin of Life, Evolution, Aliens, Biology, and Consciousness
Lex Fridman Podcast
Exploring Evolution: The Concept of Hopeful Monsters
This chapter delves into the intriguing concept of 'hopeful monsters' in evolution, highlighting how minor genetic changes can lead to significant transformations in organisms. It examines research on planarian worms that showcases the potential for new features to arise through alterations in cellular properties, raising questions about their viability in natural selection.
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