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Francisco Varela
Santiago de Chile, Chile
Francisco Javier Varela García (September 7, 1946 – May 28, 2001) was a Chilean biologist, philosopher, cybernetician, and neuroscientist who, together with his mentor Humberto Ma…
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Francisco Javier Varela García (September 7, 1946 – May 28, 2001) was a Chilean biologist, philosopher, cybernetician, and neuroscientist who, together with his mentor 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. [Wikipedia]
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2019
The Dalai Lama: Scientist
Movie Self
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2017
Mind & Life - Early Dialogues
Movie Himself
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2011
Francisco Cisco Pancho
Movie Self
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2005
Monte Grande: What is Life?
Movie Self
