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This document discusses the geoethics of interstellar space missions and proposes establishing a Society for the Advancement of Geothical Activities in Nature (SAGAN) to accelerate space infrastructure development. It defines a baseline geoethical interstellar mission that would launch within 100 years, enable spacesteading, and travel between star systems within an adult lifetime using constant low acceleration. The document argues that technology can be developed more ethically and freely in space than on Earth due to fewer regulations and pollution concerns.
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3) It outlines a proposed Society for Accelerating Geoethical Advances in Nanotechnology that would clear nanotech actions and seek consent from affected populations according to established procedures.Final contributing to terasem
Final contributing to terasemmartine
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Allison Ward presentation that summarized very well Terasem's 3rd Quadrennial Convocation, culminating on March 4th.Martine on Leadership
Martine on Leadershipmartine
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The document emphasizes key leadership principles such as inspiring team members and avoiding micromanagement. It advocates for practical approaches to projects, suggesting that success is not guaranteed by documentation alone. Additionally, it highlights the importance of design diversity and environmental leverage, alongside a strong 'never quit' ethos from leadership.200 Years After Frankenstein: Intertwined Histories of Artificial Consciousn...
200 Years After Frankenstein: Intertwined Histories of Artificial Consciousn...martine
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The document discusses the themes of Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' and its connections to civil rights, emphasizing the historical parallels between oppressed groups and artificial beings. It highlights the importance of respecting life in all forms and the consequences of neglect and abandonment faced by those resembling humanity. The message conveys that understanding and nurturing our creations may lead to better outcomes for both humans and artificial entities.Brains are to consciousness like birds are to flight
Brains are to consciousness like birds are to flightmartine
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Martine Rothblatt discusses the potential for software to achieve consciousness, comparing it to how birds and planes both achieve flight but are fundamentally different. She argues that minds can be replicated in digital form using mindfiles and mindware, challenging the notion that consciousness is strictly biological. The conclusion posits that with advanced technology, consciousness can emerge from complex digital frameworks.Geoethical Frankenfolk: 200 Years After Mary Shelley
Geoethical Frankenfolk: 200 Years After Mary Shelleymartine
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This document summarizes Martine Rothblatt Terasem's annual workshop on geoethical nanotechnology. The workshop discussed topics like hybridizing nature with technology and how people are increasingly hybridizing with machines. It outlines two geoethical principles - activities with global effects require consent from all affected parties and independent assurance of compliance. It also discusses concepts like autonomy, beneficence, and risk allocation. Specific examples discussed include obtaining consent for "Frankenfolk" and ensuring independent oversight of nanobot swarms and antibiotic control.Techno-Freedom Seder Haggadah
Techno-Freedom Seder Haggadahmartine
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The Terasem Haggadah Freedom Seder is an annual event celebrated on March 10th that fosters unity and joy while reflecting on diverse aspects of freedom through a ceremonial meal. It is inspired by Jewish traditions and emphasizes the importance of remembering historical struggles against slavery, with roots tracing back over 3000 years to the exodus of the Hebrews from Egypt. The gathering encourages personal responsibility for freedom and justice, inviting participants to engage in storytelling, singing, and shared commitments to continue the fight against modern forms of slavery.Transhumanist Manifestos
Transhumanist Manifestosmartine
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The document compiles notable quotes from Robert Heinlein's 'Time Enough for Love' and Gerard K. O'Neill's 'The High Frontier,' reflecting on themes of human nature, opportunity, and the importance of leisure and progress. It emphasizes the idea that rights are not inherent but rather opportunities that individuals can choose to embrace. The quotes argue for a balanced perspective on work, personal growth, and the potential for humanity to thrive in both technology and creativity.Kurzweil and the Truths of Terasem
Kurzweil and the Truths of Terasemmartine
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The document discusses the concept of terasem, a transcendental belief system that combines religion and technology, aiming for eternal life and the enhancement of human capabilities through nanotechnology and advanced consciousness. It emphasizes the unity of life through love and the potential for artificial beings to possess human-like consciousness, ultimately paving the way for immortality and intergalactic expansion. The future is envisioned with universal joy and ethical considerations in the development of technology.What Kind of Persons Are Bio-Electronic Humans?
What Kind of Persons Are Bio-Electronic Humans?martine
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The document discusses the concept of bio-electronic humans, or 'transbemans', who identify as beings undergoing a transition from biological to electronic life, raising questions about their rights and personhood. It explores the legal implications of corporate personhood in relation to these entities, suggesting that while corporations may have rights, individuals should be valued for their capacity to experience value. Additionally, it proposes a 'real-life test' to determine personhood and outlines a path for transbemans to achieve citizenship and rights within society.Bioethics of Biostasis
Bioethics of Biostasismartine
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The document discusses the legal definition of death and how emerging technologies like cryonics and mind uploading challenge this definition. It argues that those who have had their brain functions preserved through cryonics or uploading ("bemes") have not ceased all brain functions and are still alive. It proposes that society could accommodate this by allowing individuals to opt out of the legal definition of death via certified biostasis programs. This would provide an alternative to a death certificate and help regularize biostasis firms over time.Ad
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- 1. Geoethics of 100YSS Contribution 157 2nd 100YSS Symposium, Houston TX Martine Rothblatt, Ph.D. United Therapeutics Corp. mar@unither.com Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 2
- 2. Guru of Galactic Clusters, George Abell Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 3
- 3. We All Live in Space, But Living Transterran Is A Kind of Freedom Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 4
- 4. Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 5
- 5. Principles of Consent & Compliance: Space Is the Value of Freedom of Risk Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 6 Likely to Risk Harm to Others? Terms of Consent Obtained & Enforced? NO Y NO
- 6. Geoethical Analysis Depends Upon Specifics of Interstellar Mission Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 7
- 7. Geoethics of Unmanned Mission Very Different from Spacesteading Mission Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 8
- 8. Because of Mission Diversity, I Defined a Geoethical Interstellar Baseline (GIB) Mission Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 9
- 9. Magnetic Sail Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 10 GIB = Launch w/in 100 Years; Spacesteading Goal; Travel completed w/in Adult Lifetime (50ish Years) Constant Acceleration & Deceleration, e.g., 0.1g, 0.2g Up to 20 ly radius Over 100 star systems
- 10. Magnetic Deflector Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 11 Geoethics Satisfied for Passengers and Their Descendants by Virtue of Informed Consent > Trustee Arrangements to Enforce Terms of Consent, e.g., Assured Funding for Continued Software Updates and Relevant Knowledge
- 11. Geoethical Obligations to Non-Terrans a Function of Discernable Values Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 12 As no discernable non-terrans exist, much less their values, there is no geoethical analysis to carry out with respect to non- terrans
- 12. Discovery of Gerard K. ONeill What is the optimal location for the industry associated with a population that is rapidly growing in number and/or quality of life? It is not the inward surface of a biosphere, such as the surface of the earth. It is the outward surface of a biosphere, which is only practical if that biosphere is a large structure in outer space. Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 13
- 13. Quantitative Geoethics = Is Ph > 10-6 Is h > .05*Value? If Y, CONSENT Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 14
- 14. It is Much Easier for Technology to Be Geoethical In Space Than on Earth Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 15
- 15. Pollution of Technology is the Risk of Harm Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 16
- 16. Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 17 The Gulliver of Technology is Tied Down by Countless Regulations Due To the Geoethical Process on Earth
- 17. Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 18 FEAR OF IDEATIONAL POLLUTION LED ELIZABETHAN ENGLAND TO BAN DIVERSE RELIGIONS
- 18. THE HIGH FRONTIER IS THE NEW WORLD FOR RISKY TECHNOLOGY Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 19
- 19. Society for the Advancement of Geothical Activities in Nature (SAGAN) Accelerates the Space-Based Infrastructure Needed for the 100YSS Project Increases the Critical Mass of Persons Who Believe in Space As Our Future: Technology Wants to Be Free Is Essential Building Block Toward Becoming an Interstellar Culture Why Go to Space? Many Things Are Too Dangerous to Manufacture (or Do) on Earth Rothblatt, M., Geoethics of 100YSS mar@unither.com 20