Humberto Maturana

Humberto Maturana was a Chilean biologist and philosopher known for his work on the nature of living systems and cognition. He, along with his colleague Francisco Varela, developed the concept of autopoiesis, describing how living organisms self-create and maintain their own structure and function. Maturana's ideas emphasize that perception and understanding are shaped through interactions within social and biological contexts. His work has influenced various fields, including biology, cognitive science, and philosophy, shaping our understanding of life, consciousness, and the interconnectedness of organisms with their environments.