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Life and reference.

J Hoffmeyer1

  • 1Institute of Molecular Biology, University of Copenhagen, Solvgade 83, DK 1307, Copenhagen, Denmark. hoffmeyer@mermaid.molbio.ku.dk

Bio Systems
|April 28, 2001
PubMed
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This study expands on Howard Pattee's modes of living systems, proposing that even dynamic systems utilize analogic semiotic codes. These codes, akin to tacit knowledge, are crucial for understanding evolutionary systems and referential processes.

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Area of Science:

  • Systems Biology
  • Biosemiotics
  • Evolutionary Theory

Background:

  • Howard Pattee's distinction between dynamic and linguistic modes of living systems provides a foundational framework.
  • Living systems exhibit complex communication and information processing capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To broaden Pattee's dynamic vs. linguistic modes of living systems.
  • To explore the semiotic nature of dynamic systems.
  • To discuss the role of analog and digital codes in evolution.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of existing theories on living systems.
  • Examination of semiotic principles within biological structures and processes.
  • Discussion of historical singularities and their role in referential processes.

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Main Results:

  • Dynamic modes of living systems are inherently semiotic, employing indexical and analogic codes.
  • Analogic codes represent tacit knowledge embedded in molecular structures and organismic interactions.
  • Referential processes originate from historical singularities.

Conclusions:

  • The dynamic mode of living systems is fundamentally semiotic, utilizing analogic coding.
  • Understanding analogic and digital codes is essential for comprehending evolutionary systems.
  • Semiotic interactions are integral to the functioning and evolution of life.