Entity: PRACTOPOIESIS
Practopoiesis is a theory concerning the hierarchic structure of mind and its relation to brain processes, proposing life as a hierarchy of adaptive processes.
PRACTOPOIESIS
Etymology
The term 'practopoiesis' is derived from the combination of 'practo-' and '-poiesis', indicating a focus on practical organization and creation.
Definition
Practopoiesis is a theoretical framework that explores the adaptive organization of living systems. It suggests that adaptive processes at lower levels of organization, such as evolution by natural selection, determine the properties of higher-level organization.
Historical Context
Practopoiesis was proposed by Danko Nikolić as a theory that views life as a hierarchy of adaptive processes. It emphasizes the role of adaptive processes in shaping the properties of living systems.
Cultural Significance
Practopoiesis offers a unique perspective on the organization of living systems, highlighting the interplay between adaptive processes and hierarchical structures. It contributes to the understanding of how life evolves and sustains itself.
Related Concepts
- Anapoiesis
- Autopoiesis
- Poiesis
See Also
A theoretical framework that explores the organization of living systems, suggesting that adaptive processes at lower levels determine properties of higher-level organization.