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Thomas Metzinger [5]
Professor of Theoretical Philosophy, Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz; Adjunct Fellow, Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Study; Author, The Ego Tunnel
The Last Question

 

What is the most intelligent and efficient way to minimize the overall amount of conscious suffering in the universe?

 

   

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