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Robotics Quote by Jill Thrussell

“Morgue glanced at him as he started to speak. I create not only robots that represent your departed loves ones by incorporating their DNA into robotic form. Morgue verified. I also formulate past historical figures from DNA samples on fossils and objects which I can make into duplicates if I so…” quote by Jill Thrussell
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““Morgue glanced at him as he started to speak. I create not only robots that represent your departed loves ones by incorporating their DNA into robotic form. Morgue verified. I also formulate past historical figures from DNA samples on fossils and objects which I can make into duplicates if I so desire. Can you imagine Hitler, Aristotle and Freud having lunch together without the scientific complexities of time travel? Can you imagine what they could do with a little robotic engineering to enhance their minds and today's technology at their fingertips?””

Jill Thrussell

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Machine Stops, 2025 (fictional)

The speaker describes creating robots that embody deceased loved ones and resurrect historical figures via DNA, allowing them to interact without time travel.

In simple terms: Robots can mimic dead people using DNA, even famous figures.

Key Takeaway

Consider ethical limits of resurrecting personalities.

Themes

technology ethics identity history science

Mood

thoughtful speculative

Type

philosophical fictional

When to use this quote

  • memorial services
  • educational reenactments
  • philosophical debates
  • entertainment
  • research labs

Key Concepts

genetic engineering AI mind augmentation historical simulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is it morally acceptable to recreate individuals without consent?
  • What are the societal impacts of such technology?
A Different Perspective

Potential loss of authenticity and consent issues.

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