2045 Initiative

A project aiming to achieve cybernetic immortality by 2045

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Logo of the 2045 Initiative

The 2045 Initiative is a nonprofit organization that aims to extend human life through the development of cybernetic technologies. Founded by Russian entrepreneur Dmitry Itskov in 2011, the initiative seeks to create a network of researchers in the field of life extension and artificial intelligence to achieve the goal of transferring human consciousness to a non-biological carrier by the year 2045.

Goals

The primary goal of the 2045 Initiative is to achieve cybernetic immortality by transferring human consciousness into an artificial body. This involves several stages of development:

• Avatar A: Creation of a robotic copy of a human body controlled via a brain-computer interface.
• Avatar B: Development of a system to transfer a human brain into a robotic body at the end of the biological body's life.
• Avatar C: Creation of an artificial brain in which human consciousness can be transferred.
• Avatar D: Development of a hologram-like avatar that can host human consciousness.

Research and Development

The 2045 Initiative collaborates with leading scientists in the fields of robotics, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence. The initiative promotes research into brain-computer interfaces, neural networks, and biomechanics to advance the development of avatars.

Brain-Computer Interfaces

Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) are a critical component of the 2045 Initiative's research. BCIs enable direct communication between the brain and external devices, allowing for control of robotic avatars.

Artificial Intelligence

The initiative emphasizes the development of artificial intelligence to facilitate the transfer and maintenance of human consciousness in non-biological carriers.

Neuroscience

Research in neuroscience is essential for understanding the human brain and developing methods to replicate its functions in artificial systems.

Public Engagement

The 2045 Initiative actively engages with the public through conferences, publications, and online platforms. It aims to raise awareness about the potential of transhumanism and the ethical implications of immortality.

Criticism

The initiative has faced criticism from various quarters, including concerns about the feasibility of its goals, ethical considerations, and the potential societal impact of achieving immortality. Critics argue that the technology required to transfer human consciousness is still in its infancy and may not be achievable by 2045.

Related pages

• Transhumanism
• Artificial intelligence
• Life extension
• Brain-computer interface