The Morality of Life Extension
Issue: • Author/s: Mirko Daniel Garasic
Topics: Ethics, Metaethics, Moral Philosophy, Philosophy of Medicine
Life extension, the pursuit of prolonging human life through scientific and technological advancements, has become an increasingly relevant topic as biomedical innovation accelerates. With the possibility of extending human lifespan becoming more attainable, important ethical, social, and philosophical questions arise. Should we intervene to extend life, and if so, what are the moral consequences? After highlighting some of the most promising life extension techniques currently available, this article explores the complexity of such a prospect, offering insights from a range of ethical perspectives on the implications of life extension and…