Hessam Akhlaghpour

Hessam Akhlaghpour, a postdoctoral researcher at Rockefeller University, delves into the theoretical realm of molecular computation and its intersections with neuroscience. He unveils fascinating insights on RNA's potential as a universal computational medium. The discussion spans the evolutionary significance of this capability and how combinatory logic plays a role in biological systems. Hessam reflects on how his journey through neuroscience reshaped his understanding of memory and computation, challenging traditional views and igniting new ideas in computational theories.