Francisco Varela, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Francisco Varela

Chilean biologist

Date of Birth: 07-Sep-1946

Place of Birth: Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile

Date of Death: 28-May-2001

Profession: biologist, philosopher

Nationality: Chile

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Francisco Javier Varela García (September 7, 1946 – May 28, 2001) was a Chilean biologist, philosopher, and neuroscientist who, together with his mentor Humberto Maturana, is best known for introducing the concept of autopoiesis to biology, and for co-founding the Mind and Life Institute to promote dialog between science and Buddhism.