AI and MRS GREN: What does it mean to be human?
Nick Spencer argues that the embodiment of human thought constitutes the thin red line between humans and Artificial Intelligence. 11/10/2018
In Brief
Are you smarter than a computer?
Nick Spencer reflects on recent advances in Artificial Intelligence and why they don’t constitute ‘human beings’. 25/06/2018
In Depth
What is a Human?
An interview with sociologist John Evans on how our conceptions of humanity affect the support of human rights. 24/05/18
In Depth
The Shape of Water, the Other, and the longing for an enchanted world
Natan Mladin writes that ‘The Shape of Water’ is just the latest expression of the persistent longing for an enchanted world. 14/03//18
In Brief
Enlightenment and Progress, or why Steven Pinker is wrong
Nick Spencer reviews Steven Pinker’s latest book and challenges his ideas of progress and Enlightenment. 20/02/18
In Depth
Genes, Determinism and God
Nick Spencer reviews Denis Alexander’s book which explores the relationship between genetic determinism, free will and moral responsibility. 08/12/17
In Brief