On Bioelectric Intelligence

Do anatomical morphospace communications solutions to problems involve the ability to reverse or reset (flip) chirality? (Ba exploding head solution)

from Google AI:

• Self-Assembly of Tetraphenylethene (TPE):

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  Achiral TPE molecules can self-assemble into chiral ribbons via solvophobic effects, which can be controlled by adjusting solvent composition and polarity. 

  Solvophobic effects refer to the tendency of non-polar solutes to associate with each other and avoid polar solvents, leading to reduced solubility in polar solvents. This effect is a generalization of the hydrophobic effect and is a driving force behind many biological processes and self-assembly processes. 

  Key aspects of solvophobic effects:

  • Driving force for self-assembly:

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    Solvophobic effects encourage non-polar molecules or groups to cluster together, reducing their contact with the surrounding polar solvent. 
  • Reduced solubility of apolar compounds:

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    Apolar compounds are less soluble in polar solvents due to the energetic cost of disrupting the solvent's structure to accommodate them. 
  • Influence on thermodynamic functions:

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    Solvophobic effects impact thermodynamic properties like Gibbs free energy and enthalpy of solvation. 
  • Stronger in high cohesion solvents:

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    Solvophobic effects are more pronounced in solvents with high cohesive energy density (CED), like water. 
  • Applicable to various solvents:

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    Solvophobic effects occur in both molecular solvents and ionic liquids, although their strength can vary depending on the solvent type. 
  • Importance in biological systems:

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    Solvophobic effects are crucial for the folding of proteins and membrane formation. 
  • Quantification using cohesive energy density:

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    The CED of a solvent can be used to quantify the strength of the solvophobic effect. 

  In essence, solvophobic effects highlight how the nature of a solvent influences the behavior of non-polar molecules, driving their tendency to associate in ways that minimize their interactions with the solvent.