Redefining Time: Assembly Theory and the Evolution of Life

The text discusses the concept of time in physics and its relationship with the evolution of life. It explores the historical perspectives on time from physicists like Newton and Einstein, and introduces a new theory called assembly theory, which suggests that time is a fundamental and measurable property essential for the evolution of complex objects. The theory proposes that time is not just an illusion or an emergent property, but a material dimension that determines the production of complex molecules and living systems. Assembly theory introduces the concept of the "assembly index" to measure the depth of an object in time, challenging traditional views of time in physics and offering new insights into the nature of life and the universe.

• Time as a fundamental and measurable property
• Introduction of assembly theory and the assembly index
• Challenging traditional views of time in physics and its relationship with the evolution of life