A living thing made of different photonic molecules?

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of an AI creating a living thing made of photonic molecules and the technological advancements that have been made towards this. Photonic molecules are structures that behave similar to bonding and antibonding states in molecules, and they can also refer to photons inside materials that show material-mediated effective photon-photon interactions. The idea of creating a living thing out of coupled resonators is compared to Franken's monster and raises concerns.
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Can an AI one day create a living thing made of different photonic molecules? If it is remotely possible, I would like to know what kind of technological advancement had been made toward that. Thanks.
 
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I've never heard of 'photonic' anything, let alone photonic molecules. Are you sure it's a real thing?
 
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Photonic molecules are usually structures such as coupled resonators that show resonances that behave similar to bonding and antibonding states in molecules, which is where the name comes from. Sometimes also photons inside materials such as Rydberg matter, which show material-mediated effective photon-photon interactions inside the material are called photonic molecules.

If someone created a living thing out of coupled resonators, I would be pretty worried. That sounds like Franken's monster to me.
 
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1. What exactly is a living thing made of different photonic molecules?

A living thing made of different photonic molecules is a hypothetical concept in which an organism is composed of molecules that interact with light in unique ways. These molecules would have the ability to absorb, emit, and manipulate light, potentially allowing the organism to use light as a source of energy or to communicate with others.

2. How would a living thing made of different photonic molecules function?

The exact functioning of a living thing made of different photonic molecules is still largely unknown, as this is a theoretical concept that has not yet been observed in nature. However, it is believed that these organisms would have unique abilities such as photosynthesis, bioluminescence, and possibly even the ability to camouflage or communicate using light signals.

3. Is there any evidence of living things made of different photonic molecules existing?

As of now, there is no concrete evidence of living things made of different photonic molecules existing in nature. However, there have been some studies and experiments conducted on synthetic photonic materials that have shown potential for creating living-like structures. Further research is needed to fully understand the possibility of these organisms existing.

4. How could a living thing made of different photonic molecules impact our understanding of life?

If a living thing made of different photonic molecules were to be discovered, it would significantly expand our understanding of life and the potential forms it can take. It would also challenge our current definitions and criteria for what constitutes life, as these organisms would have unique characteristics and abilities that differ from traditional living organisms.

5. What are the potential implications of a living thing made of different photonic molecules for scientific research and technology?

The discovery and study of a living thing made of different photonic molecules could have significant implications for scientific research and technology. It could potentially lead to the development of new materials and technologies that utilize light in innovative ways, as well as provide insights into the origins and evolution of life on Earth and other planets.

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