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Dr Michael Levin's pioneering research on bioelectricity, morphogenesis, and cognition is reshaping our understanding of how living systems self-organize and regenerate. He explores how cells and tissues communicate through bioelectrical signals, guiding the formation of complex structures without relying solely on genetic instructions.
He is a Distinguished Professor in Biology at Tufts University, working at the intersection of biology, computer science, and cognitive science.
This dialogue explores meanings of influence, value, transhumanism, minds, collective intelligence, and the philosophical and scientific implications of Michael Levin's work.
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0:00 Introduction, Influence and Approach
1:19 TAME Framework and Mind Everywhere
10:07 The Spectrum of Persuadability
18:43 Creating Novel Beings and Personal Transformation
24:09 We Don't Create, We Participate
32:56 Intelligence vs Cognition Key Differences
39:31 Value Is Primary, Not Emergent
45:51 Transhumanism vs Hyperhumanism Discussion
52:55 The Cognitive Light Cone Concept
57:10 Technology & Value
Listen to the full intro song by Cantrips titled 'The Big Break' @ youtu.be/Qaj-stBL4W0
Dr Michael Levin's pioneering research on bioelectricity, morphogenesis, and cognition is reshaping our understanding of how living systems self-organize and regenerate. He explores how cells and tissues communicate through bioelectrical signals, guiding the formation of complex structures without relying solely on genetic instructions.
He is a Distinguished Professor in Biology at Tufts University, working at the intersection of biology, computer science, and cognitive science.
This dialogue explores meanings of influence, value, transhumanism, minds, collective intelligence, and the philosophical and scientific implications of Michael Levin's work.
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Access the shownotes & learn more about Voicecraft podcasts, events, courses and membership network @ voicecraft.io/content/e129-influence-value-transhumanism-questions-for-the-frontiers-of-biology-and-technology-w/-dr-michael-levin-tim-adalin
SUPPORT the channel on Patreon @ https:///patreon.com/voicecraft
0:00 Introduction, Influence and Approach
1:19 TAME Framework and Mind Everywhere
10:07 The Spectrum of Persuadability
18:43 Creating Novel Beings and Personal Transformation
24:09 We Don't Create, We Participate
32:56 Intelligence vs Cognition Key Differences
39:31 Value Is Primary, Not Emergent
45:51 Transhumanism vs Hyperhumanism Discussion
52:55 The Cognitive Light Cone Concept
57:10 Technology & Value
Listen to the full intro song by Cantrips titled 'The Big Break' @ youtu.be/Qaj-stBL4W0
