Thermodynamics of Far From Equilibrium Systems, Biochemistry, and Life in a Warming World
Explore a 52-minute lecture on the thermodynamics of far-from-equilibrium systems and their implications for biochemistry and life in a warming world. Delve into recent advances in thermodynamics and their application to biological systems, particularly in response to temperature changes. Examine the limitations of the classic paradigm of enzyme stability and discover an alternative explanation based on reaction-displacement theory. Investigate how molecular movement processes and entropy production affect biochemical reactions at different temperatures. Uncover insights into phenomena such as hot mitochondria, declining plant nutritional content, coral bleaching, and ecosystem changes in warmer conditions. Learn about a comprehensive theory of biological temperature dependence and its potential impacts on element concentrations and food chain dynamics in ecosystems.