Model of self-replicating cell capable of self-maintenance
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2007-05-23 v2 Adaptation and Self-Organizing Systems
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Abstract
We construct a simple model of a proto-cell that simulates a stochastic dynamics of abstract chemicals on a two-dimensional lattice. We assume that chemicals catalyze their reproduction through interaction with each other, and that between some chemicals repulsion occurs. We have shown that chemicals organize themselves into a cell-like structure that maintains its membranes dynamically. Further, we have obtained cells that can divide themselves automatically into daughter cells.
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@article{arxiv.adap-org/9905002,
title = {Model of self-replicating cell capable of self-maintenance},
author = {Naoaki Ono and Takashi Ikegami},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:adap-org/9905002},
year = {2007}
}
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8 pages, 15 eps figures, To appear in Proc. of ECAL 99, reviced content