Human Enhancement Technologies Quotes

“Human nature makes us perpetually dissatisfied with our present condition. We want to improve the most important thing in our lives: ourselves. Our very neurochemical composition makes us want to perfect ourselves.”
― Nayef R.F. Al-Rodhan

“Without strict regulations, brain implants and other forms of human enhancement can lead us into a dystopian world. Brain implants may threaten our dignity and authenticity, and change what it means to be human.”
― Nayef R.F. Al-Rodhan

“It is ironic and indeed counterintuitive that our own human nature has a huge potential to drive us towards physical and cognitive enhancements that may completely alter the characteristics of our species.”
― Nayef R.F. Al-Rodhan

“Deeper integration of technology within the body, as well as the use of neuro-technological and neuropharmacological means of enhancing our bodies could affect how we feel and think – and therefore also how we act on the battlefield. While enhancement may boost cognitive and physical capabilities, they also diminish some deeply human features like compassion and empathy, that have been pivotal to us as a species, both for survival and cooperation.”
― Nayef Al-Rodhan

“We cannot neglect the virtues of human nature, and we must not assume that our relationship with enhancement technologies will be driven by reason or moderation”
― Nayef Al-Rodhan

“Neuro-Techno-Philosophy can help us get to grips with dangers of human enhancement – in addition to helping form a moral compass for the ethical and regulatory challenges of enhancement drugs and devices.”
― Nayef Al-Rodhan