In this blog post, we’ll examine the debate surrounding the value neutrality of science and technology, as well as the social responsibility of researchers.   The movie ‘The Terminator’ is remembered for its iconic line, “I’ll be back,” and the image of Arnold Schwarzenegger disappearing into the flames with his thumb raised. Despite being a foreign film, it is so widely known in...

In this blog post, we’ll explore the advancement of science and technology, its side effects, and how humans should control it through the movie ‘Minority Report’.   How exciting would it be if humans could know the future? Human curiosity and the desire to know the future have manifested in various forms since ancient times, such as time machines and prophets. The movie...

In this blog post, I will examine how the advancement of science and technology has enriched human life, as well as the ethical and economic issues that have arisen in the process, and reflect on the direction science and technology should take in the future.   Is science and technology value-neutral? Science and technology are indispensable elements in the development of human civilization...

In this blog post, we’ll examine various perspectives on the value-neutrality of science and technology and explore how it influences the values of society and individuals.   In the movie ‘Minority Report’, set in 2055, a crime prevention system is introduced in Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States. This system utilizes the abilities of precogs—people who can see...

In this blog post, we’ll examine from various perspectives whether science- and technology-based immortality can truly be the answer to human happiness.   Humanity’s Long-Standing Aspiration for Immortality and the Question of Happiness From Emperor Qin Shi Huang, who sought the elixir of life, to medieval people who indirectly pursued immortality by believing in religions that spoke of...

In this blog post, we will examine the relationship between science and religion and explore how these two fields can coexist, focusing on critiques of the absoluteness of science.   There is a well-known anecdote that often comes to mind when discussing the relationship between science and religion. It is the story of Galileo Galilei, who, after his trial by the Inquisition, is said to have...

In this blog post, I’ll compare the historical development of science and religion (faith), examine the ways in which they resemble each other, and reflect on the perception in modern society that science is accepted as absolute truth. Science and religion have long been perceived as opposing forces. However, if we examine how these two domains have developed throughout human history, we can...

In this blog post, we will examine the relationship between science and law and explore how these two fields—both dedicated to the pursuit of truth and justice—interact in the real world.   You’ve probably heard the saying, “Science pursues truth, and law pursues justice.” When we hear the word “science,” we picture researchers immersed in their work in a laboratory; when we hear the word...

In this blog post, I’d like to explore the relationship between science, technology, and ethics through the life of Fritz Haber—the scientist who developed the ammonia synthesis process that has fed humanity, yet was also deeply involved in the development of chemical weapons.   Have you ever heard of the name Janus? Janus is the Roman god of doors, depicted with two faces—one facing forward...

In this blog post, we will examine the necessity and risks of developing strong AI and superintelligence, with the text revised and proofread to reflect current facts.   According to Ray Kurzweil, the development of artificial intelligence is expected to continue accelerating in accordance with the Law of Accelerating Returns. The Law of Accelerating Returns is a theory stating that the...