TED: Making matter come alive | Lee Cronin

The video explores the concept of making inorganic matter come alive, discussing the potential for inorganic life to undergo Darwinian evolution. It delves into the origins of life, the experiments that mimic lifelike properties in inorganic materials, and the implications of creating life from non-carbon-based elements. The speaker proposes a general theory of evolution that could apply to both organic and inorganic matter, suggesting that life may not be as improbable as once thought. The video concludes with a discussion on the future of inorganic biology and its potential to redefine life.

How does the speaker propose to test the concept of evolution in the laboratory?

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What is the role of the 'Lego kit of molecules' mentioned by the speaker?

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What implications does the speaker suggest if life can be created without carbon?

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What does the speaker mean by 'selfish matter' in the context of evolution?

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