Global Futures in Focus with Dominic Barton
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Podcast Overview
<p>Dominic Barton, chancellor of the University of Waterloo, hosts a five-part series that examines the transformational forces shaping our future. You’ll hear from leading experts from Waterloo on the challenges and solutions that cut across health, the economy, technology, society and the environment.<br><br>Follow the University of Waterloo for more: uwaterloo.ca | X @UWaterloo | IG @UofWaterloo</p>
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April 20, 2024
Health Futures
<p>The world has emerged from a pandemic, but beyond the obvious impact of this global health issue and other chronic diseases, there are broader forces at play transforming our health. In this episode, Dominic Barton delves into the physical and social determinants of health that profoundly affect our quality of life. </p><p>We hear from young innovators and leading researchers including Dr. Donna Strickland, Nobel laureate and Dr. Anita Layton, Canada’s 150 Research Chair in Mathematical Biology and Medicine. <br/><br/>Featured in order of appearance:<br/><br/>Dr. Vivek Goel<br/>Dr. Anita Layton<br/>Dr. Donna Strickland<br/>Jeremiah Hyslop<br/>Seun Adetunji<br/>Dr. Carrie McAiney<br/>Dr. Dillon Browne <br/><br/></p><p>Follow the University of Waterloo for more: uwaterloo.ca | X @UWaterloo | IG @UofWaterloo</p>
April 20, 2024
Economic Futures
<p>Shortages in skilled labour, disruptions to supply chains, geopolitical and digital threats have shown us the vulnerabilities and risks inherent in our economy. And many economies around the world are experiencing unprecedented growth, while others are bracing for a recession. In this episode, Dominic Barton discusses the intersections of societal and technological changes impacting our local and global economies.<br/><br/>We hear from students and alum starting out their careers as well as established business leaders including Dave McKay, president and CEO of RBC, and Brigette Lau, co-founder of Firework Ventures.<br/><br/>Featured in order of appearance:</p><p>Dr. Vivek Goel<br/>Dave McKay<br/>Rachel Almaw<br/>Jason Amri<br/>Sefunmi Osinaike<br/>Dr. Norah McRae<br/>Brigette Lau<br/>Dr. David Drewery<br/>Dr. Joel Blit<br/><br/></p><p>Follow the University of Waterloo for more: uwaterloo.ca | X @UWaterloo | IG @UofWaterloo</p>
April 20, 2024
Technological Futures
<p>Innovation and technology are driving every sector of our economy forward. They are changing the way we live, work and play in immeasurable ways. In this episode, Dominic Barton explores how we can lead the next technological transformation to ensure a safe and human-centred digital future.<br/><br/>We hear from young innovators and internationally renowned researchers including Dr. Kerstin Dautenhahn, Canada 150 Research Chair in Intelligent Robotics, and Dr. Will Percival, Distinguished Research Chair in Astrophysics.<br/><br/>Featured in order of appearance:<br/><br/>Dr. Vivek Goel<br/>Dr. Jimmy Lin<br/>Dr. Joel Blit<br/>Dr. Kerstin Dautenhahn<br/>Seun Adetunji<br/>Dr. Sebastian Fischmeister<br/>Dr. Chris Fletcher<br/>Dr. Will Percival </p><p>Follow the University of Waterloo for more: uwaterloo.ca | X @UWaterloo | IG @UofWaterloo</p>
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- What is Global Futures in Focus with Dominic Barton?
<p>Dominic Barton, chancellor of the University of Waterloo, hosts a five-part series that examines the transformational forces shaping our future. You’ll hear from leading experts from Waterloo on the challenges and solutions that cut across health, the economy, technology, society and the environment.<br><br>Follow the University of Waterloo for more: uwaterloo.ca | X @UWaterloo | IG @UofWaterloo</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
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