Hopkins on “Transhumanism as a Theological Process”

Hopkins on “Transhumanism as a Theological Process”: "TRANSHUMANISM AND RELIGION CONSULTATION

November 1, 2010 from 9 to 11
Monday 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Location: Hyatt Regency - Hanover C

Perspectives on Human Enhancement

“Transhumanism” or “human enhancement” refers to an intellectual and cultural movement that advocates the use of a variety of emerging technologies. The convergence of these technologies may make it possible to take control of human evolution, providing for the enhancement of human mental and physical abilities deemed desirable and the amelioration of aspects of the human condition regarded as undesirable. These enhancements include the radical extension of healthy human life. If these enhancements become widely available, it would arguably have a more radical impact than any other development in human history—one need only reflect briefly on the economic, political, and social implications of some of the extreme enhancement possibilities. The implications for religion and the religious dimensions of human enhancement technologies are enormous and are addressed in our consultation. For more information, or to be placed on a very occasional mailing list, contact Calvin Mercer (mercerc@ecu.edu)."