Archive February 2012
This is an archive of articles that Lincoln Cannon published in February 2012. An annual archive for 2012 is available. And a full archive of all articles that Lincoln has published since 2005 is also available. You may also search for articles and other content that Lincoln has published on any of his websites.
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Dyson Spheres, Von Neumann Probes, and Fermi Paradox
Scientists Anders Sandberg and Stuart Armstrong are working on a paper that explores the relation between theoretical engineering capacities and colonization of the universe. Of course, this is not a new topic. For decades, scientists and philosophers have analyzed what has come to be known as the “Fermi paradox,” named ... -
From Following Christ to Being Christ
In conversation with a friend today, he commented that Paul in the New Testament seems to tell us to leave behind Christ (Hebrews 6: 1). I don’t think that’s an accurate interpretation of the passage. But I do think Paul invites us to leave behind the infancy of following Christ ... -
Parallels and Convergences
I’m pleased to announce that Parallels and Convergences: Mormon Thought and Engineering Vision is now available for purchase. In 2009, the Claremont School of Religion, the LDS Council on Mormon Studies and the Mormon Scholars Foundation sponsored the Mormonism and Engineering conference. Richard Bushman (Claremont College Howard W Hunter Chair ...