S M Nazmuz Sakib's Holistic Microbial Intelligence and Symbiotic Cognition Theory (HMISCT): Integrating Non-Equilibrium Microbial Dynamics and AIDriven Insights
Abstract
The Holistic Microbial Intelligence and Symbiotic Cognition Theory (HMISCT) posits that microorganisms exhibit adaptive behaviors that reflect a form of intelligence, particularly through mechanisms such as quorum sensing, biofilm formation, and collective decision-making. This theory emphasizes the co-evolution of the host organism and its microbiome as a unified, symbiotic entity known as the holobiont. Recent advancements in microbiology suggest that microbial communities operate in non-equilibrium states, influenced by both biotic and abiotic factors, contributing to the overall intelligence of the holobiont. Furthermore, artificial intelligence (AI) techniques, such as machine learning and deep learning, offer new avenues for exploring microbial interactions and predicting community behaviors. By combining these insights, this integrated theory proposes a dynamic, adaptive system where microbial intelligence, shaped by ecological and host interactions, plays a crucial role in evolutionary processes and host survival.
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