Ethics and the Human Condition

Examining the moral frameworks that guide decisions about technology, existence, and interstellar exploration.

Curated by Dr. Elias Voss • September 2025

Foundational Ethics Models

Deontology

Focuses on the morality of actions themselves rather than consequences. Kantian ethics emphasizes duties and rules as the cornerstone of moral behavior.

Utilitarianism

Actions are right if they promote happiness. Bentham and Mill focused on the greatest good for the greatest number.

Ethical Challenges in Modern Times

As technology advances, we face unprecedented ethical questions about AI development, interstellar colonization, and the moral boundaries of scientific progress.

"With great power comes great responsibility."

— Adaptation of Superman's Moral Maxim for AI Developers

AI Alignment

How do we ensure autonomous systems behave in accordance with human values while retaining their intelligence?

  • Value loading challenges
  • Bounded rationality frameworks
  • Safe AGI development

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