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Association of Philosophy Professionals of Nigeria, 2024
Scientic advancements have undeniably transformed societies, offering solutions to challenges an... more Scientic advancements have undeniably transformed societies, offering solutions to challenges and expanding human capabilities. However, these advancements often present complex ethical dilemmas that demand careful consideration. While science excels at providing factual understanding, it lacks a framework for addressing the moral questions surrounding its applications-the "oughtness" of using these technologies. This is particularly evident in the eld of New Reproductive Technologies (NRTs) such as In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), Articial Insemination, and Surrogacy. These technologies raise numerous ethical concerns, including embryo disposition, surrogacy, informed consent, access and equity, and psychological impact. This paper demonstrates that science and technology itself cannot resolve the moral dilemmas and contradictions that are the consequences of the uses of NRT, and recommends that these ethical issues require a multifaceted approach that draws upon resources beyond science, incorporating expertise from the humanities. By adopting this multidisciplinary approach, we can ensure the ethical and responsible use of NRTs, promoting the well-being of individuals, families, and society as a whole.
Humanities and Social Sciences Review, 2016
This paper seeks to uncover and elaborate on the nature of the metaphysics as well as its methodo... more This paper seeks to uncover and elaborate on the nature of the metaphysics as well as its methodology. It contends that the metaphysics that informs pragmatism is one that conceives reality as fluid, flexible and amenable to human manipulation. This obviously is in contrast with the foundationists who see reality as eternal, absolute and unchanging. The paper further sheds some light on the implications of the eclectic methodology which flows from the fluid conception of reality that characterizes pragmatism. It concludes that the opposition between metaphysics and pragmatism is apparent and not real and that the distinction between metaphysics and pragmatism can only hold if all metaphysics is rigid and absolute.
Association of Philosophy Professionals of Nigeria, 2024
Scientic advancements have undeniably transformed societies, offering solutions to challenges an... more Scientic advancements have undeniably transformed societies, offering solutions to challenges and expanding human capabilities. However, these advancements often present complex ethical dilemmas that demand careful consideration. While science excels at providing factual understanding, it lacks a framework for addressing the moral questions surrounding its applications-the "oughtness" of using these technologies. This is particularly evident in the eld of New Reproductive Technologies (NRTs) such as In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), Articial Insemination, and Surrogacy. These technologies raise numerous ethical concerns, including embryo disposition, surrogacy, informed consent, access and equity, and psychological impact. This paper demonstrates that science and technology itself cannot resolve the moral dilemmas and contradictions that are the consequences of the uses of NRT, and recommends that these ethical issues require a multifaceted approach that draws upon resources beyond science, incorporating expertise from the humanities. By adopting this multidisciplinary approach, we can ensure the ethical and responsible use of NRTs, promoting the well-being of individuals, families, and society as a whole.
Humanities and Social Sciences Review, 2016
This paper seeks to uncover and elaborate on the nature of the metaphysics as well as its methodo... more This paper seeks to uncover and elaborate on the nature of the metaphysics as well as its methodology. It contends that the metaphysics that informs pragmatism is one that conceives reality as fluid, flexible and amenable to human manipulation. This obviously is in contrast with the foundationists who see reality as eternal, absolute and unchanging. The paper further sheds some light on the implications of the eclectic methodology which flows from the fluid conception of reality that characterizes pragmatism. It concludes that the opposition between metaphysics and pragmatism is apparent and not real and that the distinction between metaphysics and pragmatism can only hold if all metaphysics is rigid and absolute.