Technology and Self-modification

Understanding Technologies of the Self After Foucault

Datos Bibliográficos

ID5772905
AutoresRodrigo Hernández-Ramírez (0000-0002-8214-8185, University of Lisbon, autor de correspondencia)
Año2017
Volumen9
Número3
Páginas45-45
Fecha de publicación2017-12-22
Peer ReviewedSí
Open AccessSí
TipoARTICLE
RevistaJournal of Science and Technology of the Arts (JOURNAL)
Identificadores de la revistaISSN: 1646-9798 • E-ISSN: 2183-0088
EditorialUniversidade Catolica Portuguesa (PUBLISHER • PT)
DOI10.7559/citarj.v9i3.423
OpenAlexW2779382538
IdiomaEN
Citas recibidas7
Referencias citadas24

Self-modification is an ancient human practice; however, for the first time in history, technology is enabling us to modify our lives not only at an existential or experiential level, but also at an informational level. This paper discusses Foucault's concept of "technologies of the self" as well as some of its recent interpretations within contemporary philosophy of technology. It shows how ICTs have opened new dimensions for humans to transform their bodies, minds, and self-conception. It argues that while 'traditional' self-modification is being revolutionised and popularised by ICTs, these systems are also exposing us to potent, and unintentional forms of ontological tinkering. Ultimately, this paper shows how Foucault's concept can serve as a valuable tool for understanding contemporary human-technology relations

ICTS · Philosophy of technology · Digital Media and Philosophy · Neuroethics, Human Enhancement, Biomedical Innovations · Sexuality, Behavior, and Technology