Designing 1000 Genomes in a Single Bound - The Codon DSL
Explore DNA design and genome editing with Codon, a powerful DSL for specifying large-scale genetic modifications. Learn how Zymergen uses this tool to revolutionize industrial microbial engineering and synthetic biology.
Learning from Machines
Explore cognitive models inspired by machine learning, offering insights into perception, expertise, and trauma. Gain a new perspective on human cognition and self-awareness.
Rewiring the Brain - The Promise and Peril of Neuroplasticity
Explore neuroplasticity's potential to heal, enhance cognition, and improve athletic performance, while considering ethical implications and the quest for human enhancement.
The Deep - Exploring Earth's Last Frontier
Journey into Earth's final frontier: the deep ocean. Discover rich ecosystems, mineral treasures, and an astounding kaleidoscope of life as experts explore this previously hidden realm using cutting-edge technologies.
Lifespan Expanded - The Scientific Quest for a Fountain of Youth
Explore the scientific quest for longevity with top researchers discussing breakthroughs in aging biology, potential treatments, and the implications of extended lifespans for humanity.
Synthetic Biology’s Industrial Revolution
Explore synthetic biology's potential to revolutionize industries and solve global challenges with bioengineer Drew Endy. Learn about engineering living matter and its applications in environment, energy, and medicine.
From Chemistry to Life
Explore the search for alien life with astronomer Dimitar Sasselov, examining physical and chemical phenomena beyond our solar system and discussing potential forms of extraterrestrial existence.
The Biology of Consciousness
Neuroscientist Christof Koch explores the biology of consciousness, discussing modern understanding, neural correlates, and integrated information theory in this insightful lecture.
Can CRISPR Save the World? - The Next Green Revolution
Explore CRISPR's potential to revolutionize agriculture, addressing global food security challenges while navigating ethical concerns and scientific advancements in gene editing technology.
Rethinking Thinking - How Intelligent Are Other Animals
Explore animal intelligence beyond humans, examining cognitive abilities in chimps, dolphins, crows, parrots, octopuses, and swarm species. Scientists discuss the nature of intelligence and its evolution across species.
The Richness of Time
Explore the enigmas of time with experts in physics, neuroscience, and linguistics, delving into its flow, direction, perception, and the impact of language on our understanding of this mysterious dimension.
Eyes in the Skies - Bringing the Universe Down to Earth
Explore space exploration achievements and future missions with leading astronomers. From Voyager to black hole imaging, discover how space probes expand our cosmic understanding.
The Technology That Transforms Us - From the Stone Age to the Computer Age
Explore humanity's technological evolution from stone tools to digital interfaces, examining how innovations shape our identity and future, with insights from leading experts in various fields.
Neuroscience and the Roots of Human Connections - The Social Synapse
Explore the neuroscience behind human social connections, examining how our brains orchestrate communal behavior and group interactions, and why our social nature is crucial to our success as a species.
Cartographers of the Brain - Mapping the Connectome
Explore the ambitious Human Connectome Project with leading neuroscientists as they discuss brain mapping, connectivity, and its potential impact on understanding and treating neurological disorders.
The Promise of Human Regeneration - Forever Young
Experts explore regenerative medicine's potential to revolutionize healthcare, from lab-grown organs to tissue engineering, discussing current advancements and future implications for human health and longevity.
DNA Data Storage and Near-Molecule Processing for the Yottabyte Era
Explore DNA data storage and near-molecule processing for the yottabyte era, including encoding, decoding, random access, and potential for hybrid electronic/molecular computing systems.
My Society My Self
Explore the science of self-identity with top experts as they discuss how neurons, culture, and morality shape our perception of who we are and how we view others.
Game Change – CRISPR's Brave New World
Explore CRISPR gene-editing technology's potential to revolutionize medicine, agriculture, and energy. Experts discuss its rapid adoption, applications, ethical considerations, and future impact on treating diseases and solving global challenges.
Life in Our Image – The Ethics of Altering the Human Genome
Explore the ethical implications of altering human DNA with leading scientists and bioethicists. Discuss synthetic biology, disease resistance, human evolution, and the moral challenges of genome editing.
My Neurons, My Self
Explore the intersection of neuroscience, philosophy, and psychology as experts discuss consciousness, self-awareness, memory, and the nature of human identity in this thought-provoking panel.