Janet Echelman has developed aerial sculptures into 270 - foot (82 m) structures machine - woven from polytetrafluoroethylene and ultra - high - molecular - weight polyethylene and suspended from skyscrapers. Her sculptures have been displayed as public art, of ten as site - specific installations , and have won awards, delighted audiences, and provided interactive, memorable displays of amazement..

John Donoghue is the H.M. Wriston Professor of Neuroscience and Engineering at Brown University. He is known for translational research in human brain computer interfaces to restore movement for people with paralysis, known as BrainGate. He is also known for fundamental research to explain how networks of cortical neurons compute actions from plans. In April 2021, BrainGate became the first techno..

Kathleen Belew is an international authority on the white - power movement and specializes in the recent history of the United States, examining the long aftermath of warfare. She is the Assistant Professor of History at the University of Chicago and a Fellow at the Center for Advanced Study in Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. Her teaching centers on the broad themes of race, gender, vi..

Matt Jordan as CEO of the Gorongosa Trust is working to create a world where people and the planet thrive together. With a focus on forestry, ecotourism and agribusiness, his expertise has resulted in robust social enterprise activities that incorporate local communities while helping tackle climate change. Jordan and his team have an extraordinary story of success to tell. In the 1990s, th..

The Honorable Sethuraman Panchanathan is the 15th director of the US National Science Foundation, an $8.5B independent federal agency and the only government agency charged with advancing all fields of scientific discovery, technological innovation, and STEM education. NSF is recognized as the backbone supporting the United States leadership in scientific development. Dr. Panchanathan has a di..

Pat Brown is an American scientist, businessman, and founder of Impossible Foods Inc. and. He is also professor emeritus at Stanford University, the co - founder of the Public Library of Science, inventor of the DNA microarray, and a former investigator at Howard Hughes Medical Institute. In 1985, Brown and colleagues at UCSF defined the mechanism by which retroviruses, such as the AIDS virus,..

As Head of Studio, Carroll directs HHMI Tangled Bank Studios' mission, strategy, and editorial focus, and oversees both the documentary and dramatic film slates. An internationally recognized scientist, award - winning author, and Emmy - winning executive producer, Carroll is the architect of HHMI's filmmaking initiative to bring great stories about science and nature to broad audiences. Throu..

Sherrie Westin leads the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street assisting vulnerable children through mass media and targeted initiatives in the United States and around the world. She serves as Sesame Workshop's chief mission ambassador, raising awareness, developing strategic partnerships, and cultivating philanthropic support to further the Workshop's mission to help children e..

For more than 30 years, Dr. Swarup has led a team of scientists and engineers in developing ways to improve supply options of the world's energy resources, as well as advance carbon capture technology, biofuels, and alternative energy. ExxonMobil is a leader in carbon capture systems, leading several carbon dioxide injection projects over the past three decades and is also researching and deve..

Mike Gunton is an Executive Producer and senior executive at BBC Natural History, the world's largest production unit dedicated to wildlife filmmaking. As an ambassador for BBC Studios internationally, he is responsible for bringing new and pioneering stories about the natural world to global audiences. The newest release, The Green Planet, is a five - part documentary taking viewers on a jour..

Take a journey with Alfred Whitehead, a true polymath in the realm of technology, as he leads the way in the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. Watch as he shares his journey and innovative spirit, guiding him through the swiftly changing domain of AI. ..

With an unwavering commitment to social impact, Celina de Sola’s work touches the lives of countless individuals, fostering resilience and empowerment. During this session she shares her vision and initiatives addressing pressing social challenges such as education, health, and community development. The visuals are captivating and will pull at your heartstrings...

Dan Huttenlocher's work stands as a testament to the dynamic relationship between technology and society, showcasing how visionary leadership can steer us towards a future empowered by technological innovation. Learn how AI is changing our future from the country’s most influential voice on AI. ..

Dr. Fanny Elahi is a distinguished physician-scientist with affiliations in the Departments of Neurology, Neuroscience, and Pathology at the prestigious Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. Her presentation shows us the intricate connection between diseases of small blood vessels and neurodegeneration, with the goal of developing interventions that can prevent dementia/Alzheim..

John Mather is a distinguished Nobel Prize-winning astrophysicist celebrated for his pivotal role in leading the development of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), hailed as the crowning scientific achievement of 2022. His presentation shows the groundbreaking understanding of the cosmos with images taken from the JWST...

Manu Prakash is a distinguished figure in the realm of bioengineering, best known for his groundbreaking work with a primary focus on developing novel solutions to address complex challenges in biology and healthcare. In this presentation he shares the award-winning Foldscope, an optical microscope that is assembled from simple components, including a sheet of paper and a lens and cost less than o..

Jeff Cole stands as a prominent figure at the intersection of technology and science. With a remarkable career dedicated to exploring the evolving digital landscape, he has emerged as a leading authority on the disruptive forces that shape our world. Be amazed by his true stories of change and disruption through the years. ..

Ian Bassin, honored with the 2023 Skoll Award, is a leading figure in the realm of democracy and international cooperation. As the Executive Director of "Protect Democracy," he has dedicated his career to upholding the fundamental principles of democratic governance and the rule of law. His warning of America’s potential decline in democracy is a key message in his presentation. ..

The Northwell Health Nurse Choir was formed during the pandemic and represents a harmonious blend of compassion and talent, bringing together the healing power of music and healthcare. Enjoy as they perform their songs and learn about their “golden buzzer moment” during America’s Got Talent. ..

Refik Anadol is a groundbreaking media artist, renowned for his pioneering work in the intersection of artificial intelligence and art. As a celebrated figure on the global stage, Anadol's creations challenge the boundaries of artistic expression, forging a new frontier in the realm of technology-driven artistry. Go behind the scenes as he shares his incredible journey and how AI is dominating thi..