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Janet D. Stemwedel (whose nom de blog is Dr. Free-Ride) is an associate professor of philosophy at San Jose State University. Before becoming a philosopher, she earned a Ph.D. in physical chemistry. Email her at dr.freeride@gmail.com.
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The appropriate cyborg for the job.
Category: Passing thoughts • Personal
Posted on: June 20, 2009 4:00 PM, by Janet D. Stemwedel
I'm actually a little frightened with how well my cyborg name comports with my intentions in blogging.
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