Transhuman, or trans-human, is the concept of an intermediary form between human and posthuman. In other words, a transhuman is a being that resembles a human in most respects but who has powers and abilities beyond those of standard humans. These abilities might include improved intelligence, awareness, strength, or durability. Transhumans sometimes appear in science-fiction as cyborgs or genetically-enhanced humans.
This book will look into the question 'Can machines think?' followed by 'Can humans extend their lifespan and keep up with machines?' In other words, do we (humans) have to modify ourselves to be bionic humans, to co-exist and make the most of machines in future?
Contents: About Jean-Pierre FillardIntroductionWhere Does Transhumanism Come From?:The Origins and FurtherThe TheoriesNew Ways of LifeFavorite Goals of TranshumanistsPossible Pledges:Present Achievements and TranshumanismInformation, Communication, and Artificial IntelligenceEnergy and CivilizationsProblems to be Solved:Man and Men; Issues to be FacedRobots & Co.What About Space and the Post-Human Realm?Conclusion
Readership: This book is intended for the general public as an introduction to a sub-field of Artificial Intelligence.Transhumanism;Artificial Intelligence;Computer Science;Technology;Bionics;Rejuvenescence;Transhumans;Overpopulation;Evolution;Civilisation;Brain;Machine;Robotics0Key Features:This book is the culmination of the author's arguments from previous titles, Is Man to Survive Science?, Brain vs Computer, and Longevity in the 2.0 WorldIt explores the futuristic topic of a successful co-existence of man and machine, not as separate entitles, but integratedIt will be a welcome addition to the handful of titles on the subject of transhumanism