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Convergent Evolution: The Co-Revolution of AI & Biology with Professor Michael Levin & Staff Scientist Leo Pio Lopez
Oct 12, 2024
Professor Michael Levin, a leading expert on bioelectricity, teams up with Staff Scientist Leo Pio Lopez to explore the fascinating convergence of AI and biology. They discuss their innovative paper linking neurotransmitters to cancer, particularly melanoma, and the groundbreaking use of network embedding techniques for medical advancements. The duo delves into how AI enhances our understanding of complex biological systems, raises philosophical questions about intelligence, and envisions a future where biological and digital intelligences align to enhance human capabilities.
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- Cancer is increasingly viewed as a failure of cellular communication rather than solely a genetic issue, emphasizing the importance of bioelectric signaling.
- Integrative models using advanced machine learning techniques have uncovered significant links in biology, such as between GABA and melanoma, facilitating new therapeutic targets.
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Understanding Cancer and Cellular Communication
Cancer is explored not just as a genetic issue but as a failure of cellular communication and collective intelligence among cells. The absence of genetic damage highlights how cancer can stem from disruptions in bioelectric signaling, which is essential for cellular cooperation. This perspective suggests that addressing cancer may require understanding the physiological changes that impact cell interactions rather than only focusing on genetic mutations. By examining the mechanisms behind cellular communication, we can gain insights into cancer's complexities and potential therapies.
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