A New Thermodynamics of Biochemistry - Part 1

Explore a groundbreaking perspective on cellular biochemistry in this 41-minute podcast episode featuring ecologist Mark Ritchie from Syracuse University. Delve into the intricate world of cellular chemistry and its role in growth, maintenance, and reproduction. Examine how traditional test tube experiments may have limited our understanding of enzymatic processes in living organisms. Consider the implications of studying metabolic processes in situ rather than through reductionist approaches. Learn about Ritchie's research journey, from biodiversity and environmental science to plant-herbivore dynamics and his latest work on photosynthesis and cellular scaling laws. Discover how this new thermodynamic perspective on biochemistry could impact fields beyond biology, including economics and sustainability. Gain insights into the complex relationships between thermodynamics and biology, and how these intersections may reshape our scientific models to better align with observed natural patterns.