We are pleased to share that one of our alums, Natasha Vita-More (2006), is co-editor of the newly published Transhumanist Reader. Natasha has long been active in the leadership of the transhumanist movement.
A blurb on the book: “The rapid pace of emerging technologies is playing an increasingly important role in overcoming fundamental human limitations. Featuring core writings by seminal thinkers in the speculative possibilities of the posthuman condition, essays address key philosophical arguments for and against human enhancement, explore the inevitability of life extension, and consider possible solutions to the growing issues of social and ethical implications and concerns. Edited by the internationally acclaimed founders of the philosophy and social movement of transhumanism, The Transhumanist Reader is an indispensable guide to our current state of knowledge of the quest to expand the frontiers of human nature.”
Kevin Kelly of Wired fame had good things to say about Natasha’s book: ““We are in the process of upgrading the human species, so we might as well do it with deliberation and foresight. A good first step is this book, which collects the smartest thinking available concerning the inevitable conflicts, challenges and opportunities arising as we re-invent ourselves. It’s a core text for anyone making the future.” fundamental human limitations. Featuring core writings by seminal thinkers in the speculative
Congratulations, Natasha, thanks for representing the program so well! Andy Hines
