Biohacking
Biohacking refers to the practice of enhancing biological functions through self-experimentation, technological interventions, and lifestyle modifications. It encompasses a wide range of activities, from DIY biology and genetic modifications to wearable technology and cognitive enhancements. In sociology, biohacking is studied as a movement that challenges traditional medical authority, promotes self-experimentation, and reflects broader trends in individualism and technoscience. While biohacking is often associated with health optimization and transhumanism, it also raises ethical concerns about inequality, access to biotechnology, and potential risks. Sociologists analyze how biohacking interacts with social norms, regulatory frameworks, and medical institutions, exploring its implications for bodily autonomy, surveillance, and power structures in healthcare. As biohacking becomes more mainstream, it highlights tensions between scientific innovation, personal freedom, and societal ethics.