We Have Always Been Cyborgs: Digital Data, Gene Technologies, and an Ethics of Transhumanism

The concept of transhumanism emerged in the middle of the 20th century, and has influenced discussions around AI, brain-computer interfaces, genetic technologies and life extension. Despite its enduring influence in the public imagination, a fully developed philosophy of transhumanism has not yet been presented. In this new book, leading philosopher Stefan Lorenz Sorgner explores the critical issues that link transhumanism with digitalization, gene technologies and ethics. He examines the history and meaning of transhumanism and asks bold questions about human perfection, cyborgs, genetically enhanced entities, and uploaded minds. Offering insightful reflections on values, norms and utopia, this will be an important guide for readers interested in contemporary digital culture, gene ethics, and policy making.

Author: Stefan Lorenz Sorgner
Publisher: Bristol University Press
Published: 04/12/2023
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.48d
ISBN13: 9781529219210
ISBN10: 1529219213
BISAC Categories:
- Science | Philosophy & Social Aspects
- Social Science | Technology Studies
- Philosophy | Movements | Humanism

About the Author
Stefan Lorenz Sorgner is Chair of the Department of History and Humanities at John Cabot University in Rome, and Editor-in-Chief and Founding Editor of Journal of Posthuman Studies.