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Biohacking.

Ali K Yetisen1

  • 1School of Chemical Engineering, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK; Institute of Translational Medicine, Mindelsohn Way, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TH, UK; Institute for Measurement Systems and Sensor Technology, Technische Universität München, Theresienstrasse 90, 80333 Munich, Germany.

Trends in Biotechnology
|March 19, 2018
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Biohacking combines DIY science with technology for body modification. This movement explores cybernetics, personal data, and advocates for open-source medicine, influencing ethical discussions.

Area of Science:

  • Citizen science
  • Biohacking
  • Transhumanism

Background:

  • Biohacking represents a convergence of do-it-yourself (DIY) citizen science and technological integration.
  • It involves individuals modifying their own biology and cognitive functions using technological interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the motivations behind biohacking practices.
  • To understand the influence of the biohacking community on societal and ethical discourse.
  • To examine the intersection of biohacking with transhumanist technological advancements.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of biohacker motivations.
  • Review of community-driven initiatives in open-source medicine.
  • Examination of ethical considerations in self-experimentation and body modification.
Keywords:
biomaterialsimplantsopen medicineradio frequency identificationtaggerstranshumanism

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Main Results:

  • Key motivations include cybernetic exploration, personal data acquisition, and advocacy for privacy rights.
  • The biohacking community actively engages in developing and promoting open-source medical technologies.
  • Emerging discussions highlight the need for ethical frameworks addressing safety and consent.

Conclusions:

  • Biohacking is a significant citizen science movement with diverse motivations.
  • The community's activities are shaping conversations around medical ethics, privacy, and the future of human augmentation.
  • Further research is needed to address the safety and regulatory aspects of biohacking technologies.