(2019-02-20, 05:45 AM)Sciborg_S_Patel Wrote: Physics of Autonomous Biological InformationFirst, thanks as always for posting excellent links. H. Pattee is presenting a status quo evaluation that is directed at supporting the current paradigm. His position is well-considered.
Howard H. Pattee
Quote: This distinction between physical and biological information is essential because it is the undirected origin of biological information that is one of several necessary conditions for open-ended evolution.
I strongly disagree. He is arguing against a God directing evolution. Not for a comprehensive model of mental evolution, such as I think Darwin envisioned.
Paul, malf and Linda should read this paper as it contains well-formed arguments against my positions.
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