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Faith in science in global perspective: Implications for transhumanism
1University of California, San Diego, USA jhevans@ucsd.edu.
Public Understanding of Science (Bristol, England)
|March 12, 2014
Summary
Public faith in science is rising across Western nations, particularly two key types of belief. This trend presents unique challenges for the transhumanist movement, which relies heavily on faith in science.
Area of Science:
- Sociology of Science
- Public Opinion Research
- Transhumanism Studies
Background:
- Citizens possess scientific knowledge alongside faith in science, defined as belief without proof.
- Understanding public faith in science is crucial for assessing societal engagement with scientific advancements.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine three distinct types of public faith in science.
- To analyze temporal changes and social determinants of these faith types.
- To explore the implications for the transhumanist movement.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of national public opinion surveys from twelve nations.
- Data collected between 1993 and 2010.
- Examination of trends and social factors influencing faith in science.
Main Results:
- Two of the three examined types of faith in science show an increasing trend in Western countries.
- Social determinants associated with these rising faith types indicate potential hurdles for transhumanism.
Conclusions:
- Public faith in science is evolving, with specific types gaining prominence.
- The identified trends and social factors pose significant considerations for the future of the transhumanist movement.
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