We pursue original insights based jointly on empiricism and theoretical science. Our approach is dynamical, non-linear, non-reductionistic, and non-simplistic. It is grounded on intrinsic biological, evolutionary, emergent and complexity theory concepts. We examine the paradigmatic shift from the genetic (DNA) to the cognitive (human brain, Global Brain), and its consequences.

The tendency 'from simple to complex' is crucial in our vision, as it embodies an evolutionary situation whereby certain long-living humans may display enhanced adaptive capabilities, and may exhibit successful fitness within their specific niche (which is the current process that could lead to technological and developmental singularities).

We believe in a comprehensive model of artificial and spontaneous approaches that may lead to a transition from the hegemony of the current pattern of evolution by natural selection (birth/procreation/death) to a more permanent scenario which will allow more efficient trait acquisition, and thus increase fitness within a niche of technological acceleration. The context and thrust of our research are represented within a formalised framework.   

Some areas of research

Self-organisation, spreading activation with regards to brain (human, global) and intelligence

Topological phase transitions with relevance to large scale shifts in human evolution

Evolution and complex systems

Entropy, energy, informational energy

The Disposable Soma theory and Darwinian evolution

Metasystem transition patterns (natural/spontaneous, and/or artificial/engineered)

Hormesis and environmental enrichment, biological amplification

Futurism, ethics and public information

Social interactions, Ethics and Communications

Acceleration studies with regards to developmental and/or technological singularity

Non-coding RNAs, and transposable elements

The Indispensable Soma Hypothesis 

Constructing societies which can support indefinite lifespans

Synergistic approaches between evolution, brain, technology and society

Synthetic biology (human and social focus)