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Michael Levin & Franz Kuchling ~ Active Inference Insights 015 ~ Morphogenesis, Selfhood, Teleonomy

May 5, 2024
Biologists Michael Levin & Franz Kuchling discuss morphogenesis, selfhood, and teleonomy. They explore how cells navigate complexities in achieving target morphology, beliefs and agency in active inference, metamorphosis in caterpillars, neuropsychospin, and bioelectricity in biological systems.
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Quick takeaways

  • Biological systems navigate morphospace to achieve target morphology resiliently.
  • Selfhood involves internal view for controlling parts and achieving goals.

Deep dives

Understanding Morphogenesis and Self-Assembly in Biological Systems

Morphogenesis, the process where complex shape and structure self-assemble, is crucial in development and regeneration. Dr. Michael Levin highlights the remarkable ability of biological systems to achieve target morphology despite various perturbations. Through a process of collective intelligence, cells navigate a morphospace to reach desired outcomes, showcasing an adaptive and resilient nature in biological self-construction.

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