Science & Technology
Biology
Biology:
Innovative Educational Consultant
Speaker David Sousa is the author of How the Brain Learns, in which he translates discoveries on brain research into practical and effective classroom strategies.
Centenarian Expert
Physician and researcher Dr. Perls is one of the world's leading experts on the science of living 110 years and beyond. Based at Boston University, he directs the largest study of centenarians in the world.
Leading Expert on Human/Machine Integration
After having a computer implanted in his head to allow him to recover his hearing, speaker Michael Chorost concluded that machines enhance rather than diminish our humanity.
Practical Futurist
Michael Rogers is an author, futurist and technology pioneer who recently completed two years as futurist-in-residence for The New York Times. Rogers zeros in on how technology affects society.
Chair, Cleveland Clinic Wellness Institute
As one of the nation’s top doctors and author of numerous best-selling books, health and wellness expert Dr. Michael Roizen reveals the seven secrets to losing weight and living longer.
Neurosurgeon / Entrepreneur / Author
Dr. Katrina Firlik made history as the first woman admitted to the neurosurgery residency program at the University of Pittsburgh. She co-founded HealthPrize Technologies to tackle passivity with prescriptions.
Technology & Innovation Expert, Futurist
Called “Silicon Valley’s most provocative voice” for his ideas on technology trends and the future, Vivek Wadhwa’s work puts him at the heart of where innovations—technological and otherwise—are being developed.
Lifestyle, Health & Aging Expert
Dr. Henry Lodge is the co-author of the acclaimed book series Younger Next Year, which discusses the myths and realities to living a longer, healthier and overall more improved life.