Human advancements through biomechanical engineering have only been in works of fiction, until recently. Is artificially enhancing ourselves beneficial or does it pose ethical dilemmas? Ian Esdale, a 12th grade student at Dubai American Academy, will discuss in his talk the potential outcomes of the diverse field of transhumanism.

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