The BIG Future
The long term trends transforming our world!
When it comes to the future, it’s always important to think about a trend from a long-term perspective while acknowledging the short-term issues that occur along the way.
But as the future comes at us with greater speed and intensity, it could be that we lose sight of the long-term view of where the future is taking us as short-term issues come to dominate the discussion. With that in mind, it’s a good time to think about The Big Future.
The BIG Future will take a look at the long-term trends transforming our world and what it means.
They will be posted to this page as Jim blogs about them – bookmark the page to keep up to date, and follow Jim on his blog!
BIG FUTURE TREND #1
Regenerative Medicine [ link ]
We might live longer. We will see the reduction, elimination, or perhaps eradication of diseases. We’ll fix broken bones with lab-grown materials. We will grow human organs for transplant.
And in that context, we will be doing stuff tomorrow that seems like the science fiction of yesterday – because it is already starting to happen today!
BIG FUTURE TREND #2 - CONNECTED ENERGY
Connected Energy [ link ]
Essentially, we are building a new energy grid, launching new industries, changing entire mobility platforms (automotive and trucking), and setting a path to a cleaner energy future.
Much of this is currently happening in isolation, but over the decade to come, a lot of connectivity of these disparate platforms and trends is going to occur.
It’s already underway as smart innovators build out a fascinating new future.
BIG FUTURE TREND #3- BRAIN SCIENCE
Brain science
What we did for heart health in the 20th century, we
are doing for brain health in the 21st century. It’s
timely – because the acceleration of aging is leading to
staggering unmanageable demands on our healthcare
system. We’re pursuing big, bold solutions.
We are seeing the acceleration of brain implant science and human-computer interface technology. But more importantly – we are
learning how to use science to manage the issue of brain disease.
Coming the week of Feb 6/ 2023!

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