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There is no doubt that we're in an era of remarkable scientific advancement. From nanotechnology to synthetic organisms, new technologies are poised to radically transform life as we know it. However, with profound growth comes profound risk. In A Dangerous Master, renowned ethicist Wendell Wallach explores the challenges of these advancements. Despite the great promise of scientific discovery, Wallach argues that we could unleash a wide array of forces beyond human control. This captivating and informative analysis examines both the fear and the hype around our incredible progress while proposing solutions to regain control of our technological future. Wallach's narrative offers stark warnings alongside hope, compelling us to confront the practical--and moral--dimensions of our creations.
Contents
PREFACE ix
1 Navigating the Future 1
2 A Prediction 23
3 The C Words 31
4 The Pace of Change 57
5 Trade-offs 75
6 Engineering Organisms 95
7 Mastery of the Human Genome 113
8 Transcending Limits 135
9 Cyborgs and Techno Sapiens 161
10 Pathologizing Human Nature 185
11 Drivers of the Storm 197
12 Terminating the Terminator 213
13 Engineering for Responsibility 235
14 Tools for Governance 247
15 Guild Navigators 259
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 2 6 7
NOTES 2 6 9
BIBLIOGRAPHY 2 8 3
INDEX 3 1 7
