Medical Technology

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses new medical technology and advancement, from the approach of Bill McKibben, in his book "Enough". The paper discusses nanotechnology and its uses and well as various types of therapies, particularly germ-line therapy. The paper describes the pros and cons of these medical advancements and whether we may achieve more in the future.

From the Paper:

"McKibben actually sees a number of bad outcomes to the use of this technology, from the end of much of the existing economy to a possibility of the technology getting out of hand and reproducing itself to the detriment of all life. He sees an imbalance between technology and humanity that is the real threat."

Sample of Sources Used:

• McKibben, Bill. Enough. New York: Henry Holt, 2003.

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