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100 1  Rees, Martin,|eauthor. 
245 10 On the future :|bprospects for humanity /|cMartin Rees. 
264  1 Princeton, NJ :|bPrinceton University Press,|c2018. 
300    viii, 256 pages ;|c19 cm 
336    text|btxt|2rdacontent 
337    unmediated|bn|2rdamedia 
338    volume|bnc|2rdacarrier 
504    Includes bibliographical references (pages 229-235) and 
       index. 
520    "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."--|cProvided 
       by publisher. 
650  0 Technology|xSocial aspects. 
650  0 Science|xSocial aspects. 
650  0 Social prediction. 
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