TED: The electrical blueprints that orchestrate life | Michael Levin

The video explores the role of DNA in biology, highlighting its limitations in explaining complex biological phenomena. It introduces the concept of bioelectricity, where cells communicate using electrical signals, forming networks that guide development and regeneration. The discussion includes planarian regeneration, showcasing how bioelectric manipulation can alter anatomical outcomes. The video also presents xenobots, novel life forms created from frog cells, demonstrating cellular plasticity. The potential of bioelectricity in regenerative medicine is emphasized, offering insights into future medical advancements.

How does the concept of memory relate to the bioelectric layer in organisms?

What are Xeno bots and what do they reveal about cellular behavior?

What challenges remain in applying bioelectric manipulation to mammalian cells?

In what ways could understanding bioelectricity lead to advancements in machine learning?