(Crossposted from Depressed Metabolism) The 2008-3 issue of Alcor’s Cryonics Magazine contains a number of articles about the pitfalls of (excessive) scientific optimism and its potential adverse effects on the organizational and practical aspects of cryonics. My own contribution contrasts cryonics as medical conservatism with the kind ...

The air is buzzing. People are talking about health more than ever before, and it's good news for patients. Technology is making it possible for patients to take an active role in "participatory medicine", partnering with their doctors to decide on the best course of action for their health. Over the next few months, these 6 ...

Hey everyone, this is my first post to this blog.  I have identified as a secular transhumanist ever since i read about transhumanism on wikipedia and did some further research on it.  I was quite happy to find this site, I would like to interact with more ppl that share my views.  Anyways, my question is, What as an idividual can ...

In Vernor Vinge’s version of Southern California in 2025, there is a school named Fairmont High with the motto, “Trying hard not to become obsolete.” It may not sound inspiring, but to the many fans of Dr. Vinge, this is a most ambitious — and perhaps unattainable — goal for any member of our species. Dr. Vinge is a ...

Crossposted from Super Concepts. Science Fiction Author Warren Ellis has written a short blog attacking supporters of the Singularity idea which has caused some ripples in Transhumanist circles. The blog "The NerdGod Delusion" is misinformed and full of non-sequiturs (comparison to scientology illustrates a distinct lack of ...

This is an article I wrote for a local newspaper a few months ago.  I also posted it on my blog http://theelectricpulse.com.  I think it's a good starter article for introducing someone to futurism. Article:  Hey, I’m pretty much a regular Joe. I have a job, waste time on the Internet and wonder what the hell ...

Meet the scientific prophets who claim we are on the verge of creating a new type of human - a human v2.0. It's predicted that by 2029 computer intelligence will equal the power of the human brain. Some believe this will revolutionise humanity - we will be able to download our minds to computers extending our lives indefinitely. Others ...

The Singularity : Hard or Soft Take Off? Click here for more information on the 2007 Singularity Summit

Ben Goertzel, Ph.D., is SIAI Director of Research, responsible for overseeing the direction of the Institute's research division. He has over 70 publications, concentrating on cognitive science and AI, including Chaotic Logic, Creating Internet Intelligence, Artificial General Intelligence (edited with Cassio Pennachin), and Hidden Pattern. ...

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