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100	1		_aRees, Martin _eauthor. _91662469
245	1	0	_aOn the future : _bprospects for humanity / _cMartin Rees, with a new preface by the author.
250			_anew paperback edition
300			_axviii, 256 pages ; _c19 cm
504			_aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
505	0		_aDeep in the Anthropocene -- Humanity's future on Earth -- Humanity in a cosmic perspective -- The limits and future of science -- Conclusions.
520			_a"Humanity has reached a critical moment. Our world is unsettled and rapidly changing, and we face existential risks over the next century. Various outcomes--good and bad--are possible. Yet our approach to the future is characterized by short-term thinking, polarizing debates, alarmist rhetoric, and pessimism. In this short, exhilarating book, renowned scientist and bestselling author Martin Rees argues that humanity's prospects depend on our taking a very different approach to planning for tomorrow. The future of humanity is bound to the future of science and hinges on how successfully we harness technological advances to address our challenges. If we are to use science to solve our problems while avoiding its dystopian risks, we must think rationally, globally, collectively, and optimistically about the long term. Advances in biotechnology, cybertechnology, robotics, and artificial intelligence--if pursued and applied wisely--could empower us to boost the developing and developed world and overcome the threats humanity faces on Earth, from climate change to nuclear war. At the same time, further advances in space science will allow humans to explore the solar system and beyond with robots and AI. But there is no "Plan B" for Earth--no viable alternative within reach if we do not care for our home planet. Rich with fascinating insights into cutting-edge science and technology, this accessible book will captivate anyone who wants to understand the critical issues that will define the future of humanity on Earth and beyond."-- Provided by publisher.
650		0	_aTechnology _xSocial aspects.
650		0	_aScience _xSocial aspects. _951126
650		0	_aSocial prediction. _938386
650		6	_aSciences _xAspect social. _9871235
650		6	_aPrévision sociale. _9871284
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650		7	_aSocial prediction. _2fast _938386
650		7	_aTechnology _xSocial aspects. _2fast
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