Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal Hacking Life's Code: The Future of Bioelectric Medicine | Michael Levin
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Mar 21, 2025 
Dr. Michael Levin, a Tufts University professor, is on a mission to transform medicine with his pioneering research in bioelectric medicine. He discusses how bioelectric signals can reprogram tissues, regenerate limbs, and even combat cancer by restoring cellular memory. Levin shares fascinating insights on the intelligence inherent in biological systems, likening it to a cognitive glue connecting simple goals into complex acts. The conversation also touches on the intersection of bioelectricity and artificial intelligence, hinting at a remarkable future for human health.
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Bioelectricity's Potential
- Bioelectricity is the key to unlocking the plasticity of cells, allowing us to control how they build and repair.
- This could revolutionize medicine by allowing us to reprogram tissues, regenerate limbs, and treat diseases.
Picasso Tadpoles
- Even with scrambled organs, tadpoles develop into normal frogs.
- This demonstrates cellular intelligence, as organs find novel paths to reach their correct positions.
Cellular Memory
- Cells store memories of the correct body shape, similar to how brains store memories.
- Bioelectricity facilitates this by enabling communication and information integration between cells.