In this technological epoch, the development of cyborgs and robots has affected perceptions inside and outside anthropology as a new thinking model of knowledge construction. Moore (2003: 7) asserts that ‘science and technology are transforming anthropological knowledge through a transformation of its objects of enquiry’. The robotic technology has posed potential threats as well as brought new hopes to the field of anthropology. This essay illustrates both sides in terms of three anthropological topics—(i) identity; (ii) family structures and values; and (iii) religion. Through analysis, it shows the importance of reducing risks through regulations, seizing opportunities through rethinking old concepts and applying new techniques to the existing knowledge. Moreover, a pioneering spirit is called to face challenges and to make contributions for humanity’s sake.


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    Title :

    Epochal Challenges: the Robotic Revelation in Anthropology


    Contributors:
    Wu, Xinyi (author)

    Publication date :

    2018-02-01


    Remarks:

    doi:10.18415/ijmmu.v5i1.152
    International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding; Vol 5, No 1 (2018): February 2018; 1-8 ; 2364-5369 ; 10.18415/ijmmu.v5i1



    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



    Classification :

    DDC:    629