Tag: philosophy
Transhumanism: Can Technology Defeat Death?
Transhumanists believe technology will one day overcome mortality. How will our views of death have to adapt and change if an immortal future comes to pass?
The Ethics of Radical Life Extension
Be it through literature, film, or television, the idea of life extension has been nothing short of prolific. The concept has become so ingrained in our cultural psyche that most give its presence little thought. In North America, the average life expectancy today is 78 years of age. Even though our current life expectancy is …
The Right to Die: End of Life is a Fundamental Right
*This is part 2 in our 3 part series. For part 1 CLICK HERE* This may be the year where a pivotal change occurs in the debate on physician assisted death and euthanasia. Currently legal in 5 states, legislation is being brought up in other states and the topic is on the minds of millions. …