Ruptures technologiques

Presentation of the session

For this final session, we will examine technological breakthroughs, which, for some, could change the human species or the functioning of the brain, and, for others, represent a true revolution in human emancipation.

More information to come

Presentation of the cycle

We often hear that "we are living in an era of disruption(s)" or that "we are living in an era of transition", expressions that tend to replace what was still prevalent two or three years ago. However, these two movements are simultaneously visible: they complement each other and sometimes clash.

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, on the steps of Matignon, declared on 10 September: "We will need ruptures, and not just in form, and not just in method. We will also need to make fundamental changes." For his part, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney began his speech at the Davos Forum by saying: ’We are in the midst of a rupture, not a transition."

We can see that the concept of change, perceived by people and leaders as hope, threat or vertigo, deeply influences thinking about our times. Christian Salmon, writer and researcher, even describes it as a "true anthropological change". Indeed, the reversal of values and the distortion of reality extend this anthropological change to many areas of our lives, both public and private.

Organised by Bettina Laville, President of the Paris IAS and Honorary State Councillor, this series of meetings consists of four sessions devoted to the analysis of contemporary transformations. It explores the notions of rupture and transition, perceived as hopes, threats or vertigo, and their impact on values, society and everyday life. The discussions will draw on intellectual, political and anthropological perspectives to understand the profound dynamics that shape our era.

Practical information

Sessions will be held in person only at the Paris Institute for Advanced Studies (Paris IAS, Gardes Room - 1st floor, Hôtel de Lauzun, 17 quai d'Anjou, 75004 Paris)
Admission by registration only (dedicated registration form for each session - limited places).

For more information, please contact information@paris-iea.fr

Due to its classification as a historic building and current regulations, smoking is prohibited (inside and in the courtyard), as is eating and drinking in the conference room and wearing high heels.