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Marcos Eberlin
Brazilian chemist and mass spectrometry expert, member of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences, founder of the Thompson Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, and author of Foresight: How the Chemistry of Life Reveals Planning and Purpose.
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Jan 2, 2026
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How Lightning and Water Make Life on Earth Possible
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Marcos Eberlin, a renowned Brazilian chemist and mass spectrometry expert, dives into the intricate relationship between chemistry and the design of life. He reveals how water’s 74 unique properties, often overlooked, are crucial for sustaining life on Earth. Lightning, typically viewed as destructive, plays a vital role in creating reactive nitrogen essential for the nitrogen cycle. Eberlin dismisses the multiverse theory, arguing instead for an intelligent design that explains the universe we observe, showcasing nature's foresight in solving life's challenges.
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