A synthesis of knowledge and the NBICS-convergence (worldview aspect)

Abstract

The interrelation of information, nano-, bio-technologies with cognitive sciences is viewed, defined its methodological and philosophical background. These technologies do not develop in isolation, but actively interfere with each other. This phenomenon of mutual reinforcement in technologies has been called «NBICS-convergence». Through NBICS-convergence there is an opportunity of qualitative growth of human capabilities.

Keywords

• nbics-convergence
• nanotechnology
• philosophical and ideological background