267 episodes
The Future of Everything Stanford Engineering
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Host Russ Altman, a professor of bioengineering, genetics, and medicine at Stanford, is your guide to the latest science and engineering breakthroughs. Join Russ and his guests as they explore cutting-edge advances that are shaping the future of everything from AI to health and renewable energy.
Along the way, “The Future of Everything” delves into ethical implications to give listeners a well-rounded understanding of how new technologies and discoveries will impact society. Whether you’re a researcher, a student, or simply curious about what’s on the horizon, tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments that are transforming our world.
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Best of: Regenerating and rejuvenating human tissues
Developing a better understanding of how we might effectively replace damaged tissues and alleviate a number of health concerns.
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Best of: How do you build a better robot? By understanding people.
The critical need for robots to understand and predict human behaviour effectively.
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Best of: Why AI must embody the values of its users
The development of trust between humans and machines.
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The future of addiction
All forms of addiction are tied to dopamine, a biochemical that is key to human senses of pleasure, reward, and motivation.
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The future of computer music
Humans and computers making music together, it’s the best of both worlds.
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The future of pediatric pain
Better treatment begins with a better understanding of the science of pain