Being human in a brave new world
2017 Doctrine Track
Being human in a brave new world
John Wyatt
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Being a person – neuroscience, brains and cyborgs
John Wyatt
Rapid advances in neuroscience are providing new insights into our humanity and powerful new tools to enhance, manipulate and repair our brain function. What does it mean to be a person in the new world of brain science?
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Being human at the beginning of life
John Wyatt
Reproductive technology allows us create, select and manipulate embryonic and developing humans before birth, providing potential new treatments for infertility and for tragic genetic conditions. How can we respond to these developments from the perspective of the Christian faith?
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Being human at the end of life
John Wyatt
Technology is extending and enhancing human lifespan, but when is enough enough? Euthanasia and assisted suicide are slowly spreading around the world. What does it mean to die well and to die faithfully in the light of the biblical Christian faith?
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Being human in a world of intelligent machines
John Wyatt
Explosive developments in robotics, autonomous machines and artificial intelligence are changing the world around us. Our only choice is whether to learn to work with intelligent machines, or be replaced by them. What will it mean to be human in a world which may not need us?