COMPLEXITY Physics of Life, Ep 2: How do we identify life?
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Feb 14, 2024 
Two scientists discuss the principles of organization behind complexity, exploring the origins and evolution of life, the importance of memory and information, the physics of life, the role of linear polymers, parasites in life and their potential presence in the universe, and the implications of assembly theory on understanding complexity.
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Frankenstein Inspiration
- Ricard Solé's childhood fascination with Frankenstein sparked his interest in life's mysteries.
- He and a friend even built a skeleton, hoping to bring it to life.
Cambrian Explosion & Memory
- The Cambrian explosion saw rapid evolution due to an arms race between creatures.
- Associative learning and memory were crucial developments during this period.
Bacterial Memory
- Bacteria possess surprisingly extensive genomes that store functional information.
- This acts like a lookup book, enabling adaptation to different environments.