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http://www.govexec.com/dailyfed/1103/111003nj1.htm... The military implications are also numerous and revolutionary. Imagine, for example, pilots who could fly high-performance fighter aircraft from the ground using only their thoughts, or soldiers who could communicate with one another telepathically, downloading the latest tactical intelligence directly into their brains. Researchers in other parts of the program are even testing the viability of storing human memories on implantable microchips, a Matrix-like advance that would eliminate the need for training by allowing soldiers to upload someone else's technical know-how or combat experience. Without question, such radical advances are still decades away (at the very least). But DARPA's research is already challenging contemporary notions of what is possible.
Even as some programs concentrate on strengthening the mind, others are focusing on the body. One such DARPA effort - Exoskeletons for Human Performance Augmentation - could transform today's infantry "grunts" into high-tech supersoldiers similar to those imagined by Robert Heinlein's 1959 science-fiction classic Starship Troopers. [continued]
moose said:Any technology that messes with minds... I would wait for a while before even trying it out, to make sure that it doesn't... you know.
A "brave new world" is a term coined by Aldous Huxley in his novel of the same name, referring to a society that has achieved perfection through technological and scientific advancements. In the context of super-humans, it refers to a future where individuals have enhanced abilities and capabilities beyond what is considered normal or typical.
There is no universally agreed upon definition of super-humans within the scientific community. However, some common characteristics include individuals with enhanced physical, cognitive, or sensory abilities, often achieved through genetic engineering, technological enhancements, or other means.
The potential benefits of super-humans include increased productivity, improved physical and mental health, and the ability to overcome limitations and disabilities. Super-humans could also potentially contribute to advancements in various fields such as medicine and technology.
There are several ethical concerns surrounding the creation of super-humans, including issues of fairness and equality, potential discrimination against non-enhanced individuals, and the potential consequences of playing with human genetics and altering the natural order.
At this point, the concept of super-humans is still mainly confined to the realm of science fiction. While there have been significant advancements in genetic engineering and other technologies, the creation of super-humans is still far from being a reality. It is difficult to predict when or if it will ever become a widespread phenomenon in society.