Ep 91: Michael Levin on the New Frontiers of Biological Intelligence
Brave New World -- hosted by Vasant Dhar
Redefining the Genome: Beyond Blueprint Thinking
This chapter challenges the traditional view of the genome as a simple blueprint, presenting it instead as biological hardware that interacts with its environment. It explores how cellular 'software' and reprogramming can influence physical traits without altering genetic material, emphasizing the dynamic interplay between biological systems and external factors.
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