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Reality of rapid convergence
William Sims Bainbridge1, Mihail C Roco
1Division of Information and Intelligent Systems National Science Foundation, Arlington, Virginia 22230, USA. wbainbri@nsf.gov
Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences
|March 14, 2007
Summary
Scientific convergence is driven by nanotechnology, biotechnology, information technology, and cognitive science (NBIC). This book explores NBIC fields and their profound societal and ethical impacts.
Area of Science:
- Interdisciplinary science and technology
- Convergence of NBIC fields
Background:
- Established importance of scientific convergence through conferences and research.
- Focus on Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Information Technology, and Cognitive Science (NBIC) as key drivers.
Framework:
- Overview of the current phase change in human culture.
- Detailed exploration of nanobioconvergence.
- Analysis of information infrastructure's role in promoting convergence.
Implementation:
- Chapters dedicated to nanobioconvergence.
- Examination of information infrastructure for convergence.
- In-depth look at cognitive technologies.
Implications:
- Discussion of social and ethical implications of technological revolution.
- Analysis of profound cultural shifts driven by NBIC convergence.
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