The Evolution of Biological Information

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Exploring the intersection of evolution and information theory, the book presents a fresh perspective on the complexity of life as a product of information dynamics. Christoph Adami, a computational biology expert, discusses how information quantifies biological processes, from viral drug resistance to cellular communication and intelligence development. He provides a foundational introduction to biomolecular information theory, applying it to genetic sequences and proteins, while examining the evolution of cooperation and robustness across various life forms. This approach posits information as the essential framework for understanding life's origins on Earth and beyond.