The Emerging Technology series explores the science behind innovative new technologies and the effects they will have on U.S. foreign policy, international relations, and the global economy.
Experts discuss innovations in driverless cars, the costs and benefits of autonomous vehicles, and the regulatory, ethical, and policy concerns that need to be addressed with the implementation of the technology.
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with Hans-Werner Kaas, Jack Weast, Karlyn D. Stanley and Daniel Runde April 5, 2017
Emerging Technology
Experts discuss innovations in solar technology, investment opportunities in the renewable energy industry, and the effects of solar power innovation on the U.S. energy portfolio.
Experts discuss the latest developments in synthetic biology and biotechnology, and their implications for U.S. national security over the next decade.
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with Laurie Garrett, Drew Endy and Julie L. Gerberding June 22, 2016
Emerging Technology
Experts discuss the latest innovations in space technology, the prospects for a human mission to Mars, and the importance of sustaining American leadership in space exploration.
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with Lori Garver, John Logsdon and Charles Miller November 19, 2015
Emerging Technology
Once thought of as science fiction, the autonomous vehicle may soon be a reality. Three leading thinkers in the field, MIT's Erik Brynjolfsson, Intel's Jennifer Healey, and Chunka Mui of the Devil's Advocate Group join James Shinn of Princeton University to discuss the future of driverless cars and the economic, legal, and policy questions that they raise.
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with Erik Brynjolfsson, Chunka Mui, Jennifer Healey and James Shinn February 27, 2014
Emerging Technology
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