Bray, Dennis
Wetware: A Computer in Every Living Cell
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300167849
- author:
- Bray, Dennis
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 280
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 1.8 cm
- Genre:
- Cellular biology (cytology)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Wetware: A Computer in Every Living Cell by Dennis Bray is a groundbreaking exploration of how living cells perform computations. In clear and accessible language, Bray reveals that the internal chemistry of cells is a form of computation, with molecular circuits performing logical operations similar to electronic devices. Bray's book offers a fascinating explanation for how single-cell creatures like amoebas can exhibit complex behaviors such as hunting and responding to stimuli without a nervous system. He argues that this computational power underlies many of the distinctive properties of living systems, including adaptability, responsiveness, and intelligence. This book is an exciting portal to some of biology's latest discoveries and ideas, making it an engaging read for both scientists and non-experts alike.
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