Evolutionary Leap
Nick discusses groundbreaking research on how electrical fields can influence the development of organisms, specifically flatworms. A small alteration in a single gene can lead to drastic changes in morphology, potentially resulting in new species. This insight challenges traditional views of gradual evolution, suggesting that sudden shifts can occur and be selected for in nature.In this clip
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Nick Lane: Origin of Life, Evolution, Aliens, Biology, and Consciousness | Lex Fridman Podcast #318
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