Quote of the day
Nothing is impossible in this world. Firm determination, it is said, can move heaven and earth. Things appear far beyond one's power, because one cannot set his heart on any arduous project due to want of strong will.
Francisco Varela
Born: September 7, 1946
Died: May 28, 2001 (aged 54)
Bio: Francisco Javier Varela García was a Chilean biologist, philosopher, and neuroscientist who, together with his teacher Humberto Maturana, is best known for introducing the concept of autopoiesis to biology, and for co-founding the Mind and Life Institute to promote dialog between science and Buddhism.
Known for:
- El Arbol del Conocimiento (1984)
- Ethical Know-How (1992)
- Principles of biological autonomy (1979)
- Invitation aux sciences cognitives (1996)
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