Is Cryonics a Pseudoscience? - Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnston
Cryosphere Podcast
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Exploring Identity and Consciousness
This chapter investigates the intricate relationship between personal identity and consciousness, emphasizing how psychological attributes shape self over time. The discussion covers critical dilemmas surrounding brain emulation and cryonics, questioning whether a digital copy retains the essence of the original individual. Thought experiments are employed to ponder the implications of personal identity in scenarios like teleportation, ultimately examining emotional responses and ethical considerations in modern technology.
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