Human enhancement from "summary" of Radical Technologies by Adam Greenfield
Human enhancement is the process by which individuals increase their physical, intellectual, or psychological capacities beyond what is considered normal or natural. This can involve the use of various technologies, such as pharmaceuticals, implants, or genetic modifications, to enhance one's abilities or characteristics. The idea of human enhancement raises a number of ethical, social, and philosophical questions, as it challenges traditional notions of what it means to be human and the boundaries of human capabilities. Advancements in technology have made it increasingly possible for individuals to enhance themselves in ways that were previously unimaginable. For example, the development of cognitive enhancers, such as drugs that improve memory or focus, has raised concerns about the potential for creating unequal access to these enhancements and the impact they may have on society as a whole. Similarly, the use of genetic engineering to enhance physical characteristics, such as strength or intelligence, has sparked debates about the ethics of altering the human genome and t...
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