Tag Archives: ethics

What Is Alkaline Hydrolysis?

An interview with Philip Olson about a new form of disposition, Part One
Posted on March 11, 2017 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today, SevenPonds speaks with Philip Olson, an assistant professor of Science and Technology in Society at Virginia Tech. Olson researches bioethics and environmental ethics, analyzing society’s complex relationship with new technologies. He has a particular interest in the study of alkaline … Continue reading →

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Life Extension Pursuits of the One Percent Miss the Point Completely

Death-phobic billionaires invest in prolonging life for the select elite
Posted on May 16, 2016 by Juniper Quin (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

What do eliminating cancer and infectious diseases, genetic modification, cryonics and artificial brains that retain original human personality have in common? All these ventures are being funded by some of the world’s wealthiest and most death-phobic people. Peter Thiel, the … Continue reading →

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Our Weekly Tip: Writing an Ethical Will or Heart Will

Leaving a written record of your values and beliefs
Posted on April 30, 2016 by Ellary Allis (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Our Tip of the Week:  A testamentary will — the type of will with which most people are familiar — is a legal document clarifying your intentions regarding the distribution of your property and the care of any minor children … Continue reading →

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