A.I. and the Human Person

April 5, 2019 | On April 4-5, the China Forum for Civilizational Dialogue will bring together Chinese and Western thought leaders to explore the implications of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution for the human person and society.

The seminar, hosted by Santa Clara University and cosponsored by the Pontifical Council for Culture, will convene a dozen scholars from China, the United States, and Europe, to examine how revolutionary changes in communications, transportation, and other areas are positing challenges for Christian, Confucian and other religious and secular traditions.

Key questions for discussion will include: What dangers and opportunities does the rise of AI pose for the human person and human communities? Does AI threaten or enhance the capacity of humans for self-reflection and meaningful relationships – in the family, friendships, and society at large?