Cancer as Cooperation
Michael explores the intriguing concept of cancer as a subdivision of the self, suggesting that cancer cells may have their own goals that conflict with the larger organism. He introduces the idea of a "cognitive lich," emphasizing how individual cells can collaborate for greater objectives within a network. This perspective could pave the way for innovative treatment approaches in oncology.In this clip
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Are cells like computers in the context of the episode Michael Levin: Biology, Life, Aliens, Evolution, Embryogenesis & Xenobots | Lex Fridman Podcast #325 and the clip Collective Intelligence in Biology?
Are cells like computers in the context of the episode Michael Levin: Biology, Life, Aliens, Evolution, Embryogenesis & Xenobots | Lex Fridman Podcast #325 and the clip Collective Intelligence in Biology?