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Transhumanism is a philosophical and scientific movement aimed at the radical transformation of the human biological condition through advanced technology. A central tenet of the movement is the rejection of death as an inevitability, instead viewing it as a problem to be solved through innovation. Proponents, including Peter Thiel, advocate for the development of an "immortal body" by upgrading or replacing natural human organs and biological systems. This pursuit of life extension is supported by substantial investments in biotechnology companies dedicated to slowing or reversing the aging process. Within Silicon Valley, transhumanism is often linked to broader libertarian goals of individual autonomy and escape from the constraints of nature. Critics of the movement highlight potential ethical concerns regarding human identity and the risk of creating a societal divide based on access to life-extending technologies. Despite these controversies, transhumanist research into nanotechnology and genetic engineering continues to receive significant backing from members of the The PayPal Mafia and other tech elites.