biosemiotic modeling

Biosemiotic modeling studies how living organisms communicate and interpret information through signs and signals, similar to language. It explores how cells, animals, and plants exchange messages—like chemical signals, movements, or sounds—that guide their behavior and interactions. This approach treats life processes as systems of meaning-making, emphasizing that biological functions are not just mechanical but involve understanding and responding to informational cues. By modeling these interactions, scientists gain insights into how life organizes itself, adapts, and evolves through complex sign-based communication at various levels.