About N. Katherine Hayles
N. Katherine Hayles is an American literature scholar and interdisciplinary researcher renowned for her work at the intersection of literature, science, and digital media. She is particularly known for her exploration of how technology influences human perception and understanding, as seen in her influential books such as "How We Became Posthuman" and "Unthought: The Power of the Cognitive Nonconscious." Hayles has been a prominent voice in discussions about the implications of digital culture on literature and society, contributing significantly to fields like posthuman studies and speculative realism.