Information and its role in nature This book presents an in depth interdisciplinary discussion of the concept of information and its role in the control of natural processes. After a brief review of classical and quantum information theory the author addresses numerous questions including: Is information reducible to the laws of physics and chemistry Does the Universe in its evolution constantly generate new information Or are information and information processing exclusive attributes of living systems related to the very definition of life If so what is the role of information in classical and quantum physics In what ways does information processing in the human brain bring about self consciousness Accessible to graduate students and professionals from all scientific disciplines this stimulating book will help to shed light on many controversial issues at the heart of modern science. TOC:Introduction: What is Information. Interactions. The Role of Information in Biology. The Role of Information in Physics. Information and the Brain. Closure. Epilogue