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In Decoding the Universe, Charles Seife shows how information theory has evolved from a branch of computer science into a foundational science that illuminates diverse fields. He illustrates the discipline’s impact on genetics, physics, and cosmology, describing how computational models and data processing reveal patterns in DNA and the structure of the cosmos. The book blends cryptology, physics, biology, and mathematics to demonstrate how information theory helps scientists understand the laws governing life and the universe.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Science/Physics
Authors: Charles Seife
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