Explore an insightful interview with Santa Fe Institute External Professors Jean Carlson and Mercedes Pascual, recorded during the working group on Complex Time: Aging & Adaptation in Infectious Diseases II. Delve into the intricate relationship between aging and adaptation in infectious diseases, examining key areas of discussion and the progress made since the group's first meeting. Gain valuable insights into this complex research theme, which is part of the SFI's broader study on Complex Time: Adaptation, Aging, and the Arrow of Time, funded by the James S. McDonnell Foundation. Discover how this collaborative effort contributes to our understanding of infectious diseases and their evolution over time.