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185 - Jim Al-Khalili: The Fundamentals of Quantum Biology

Robinson's Podcast

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Exploring Quantum Biology

This chapter highlights the emergence of quantum biology, particularly the research efforts at the University of Surrey and the significance of the book 'Life on the Edge.' It delves into how quantum processes like tunneling and entanglement may play critical roles in biological functions while emphasizing the challenges of studying these phenomena in living systems. The chapter sets a foundation for understanding how quantum mechanics intersects with the origins and complexity of life, using specific examples, including an illustrative case of a robin.

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