Eric Drexler

K. Eric Drexler is an American engineer who is generally recognized as the godfather of nanotechnology.

Fast Facts

1. Full Name: Kim Eric Drexler¹
2. Born: April 25, 1955¹
3. Holds three degrees (Ph.D., S.M., and S.B.) from MIT²
4. Raised significant controversy in his public debates with Richard Smalley³

Grey Goo

Drexler use the term "grey goo" to describe a potential nanotechnology doomsday scenario. In the scenario, nanomachines would gain the ability to replicate without limit, and use up all the resources on the planet, turning the Earth into a sea of grey goo. In recent years, Drexler has distanced himself from the statement, stating that he does not think that this scenario is even remotely likely.⁴

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