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The future of immortality.

Brian Trent

    The Humanist
    |July 22, 2005
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Future immortality research reveals that death may become optional. Even with extended lifespans, individuals might choose to end their lives after centuries or millennia.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biotechnology
    • Medical Ethics
    • Longevity Research

    Background:

    • Ongoing scientific advancements are increasingly exploring the biological mechanisms underlying aging and mortality.
    • The concept of human immortality is shifting from science fiction to a tangible area of scientific inquiry.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the potential future implications of immortality research on human life and death.
    • To examine the ethical considerations surrounding optional death in the context of extended lifespans.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of current immortality research.
    • Philosophical discussion on life extension and voluntary death.

    Main Results:

    • Laboratory research is uncovering the mechanics of future immortality.
    Keywords:
    Death and Euthanasia

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  • The study suggests that death may become a personal choice, even for the long-lived.

    • Conclusions:

    • Immortality research is progressing, raising profound questions about the nature of life and death.
    • The decision to continue living may become a choice, akin to other personal decisions, even after extremely long lifespans.