The "adjacent possible" -- and how it explains human innovation | Stuart Kauffman
Podcast |
TED Talks Daily
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TED
Media Type |
audio
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Publication Date |
Aug 25, 2023
Episode Duration |
00:11:07

From the evolutionary advances in the Cambrian period to today's computing revolution, theoretical biologist Stuart Kauffman believes he can explain the trend of explosive growth after periods of stability with his theory of the "adjacent possible." Tracing the arc of human history through the tools and technologies we've invented, he explains the impact human ingenuity has had on the planet -- and calls for a shift towards more protection for all life on Earth.

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