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Mike Treder debates Nano-Enhancement Tech on SAGE Crossroads




September 27, 2004

SAGE Crossroads sponsors debates on aging. On September 27, 2004 they sponsored a debate on “Nanotechnology: The Promise of the Future or Pandora’s Box?” with:

Robert G. Best, University of South Carolina
Mike Treder, Exec. Director, Center for Responsible Nanotechnology; WTA Board of Directors
Morton Kondracke, Moderator

Topics included the effects of nanomedicine on battling disease and aging, the need for further public discussion of both the risks and benefits of molecular manufacturing, and the possibilities and desirability of human enhancement technologies—aka transhumanism.

Listen to the debate or read the transcript.

DOWNLOAD/LISTEN/VIEW:

http://www.sagecrossroads.net/files/SAGE_18.mp3


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