John Niman is a legal scholar and writer with a particular interest in the intersection of law, religion, and emerging technologies. He is currently pursuing legal research on the Free Exercise Clause of the US Constitution, particularly as it relates to the regulation of genetic engineering and other scientific advancements.
Niman’s work explores the potential for religious exemptions to accelerate scientific discovery, arguing that the constitutional protections afforded to religious practices could provide a unique pathway for innovation in areas that might otherwise be constrained by secular regulations. His analysis considers how Mormon transhumanist beliefs might qualify for such legal protections.
Niman is a frequent contributor to online publications focused on transhumanism and emerging technologies, including the Institute for Ethics at Emerging Technologies (IEET), Transhumanity.net, and H Plus Magazine. His writings delve into the ethical and legal implications of rapidly advancing technologies and their impact on society.
