From the historic Apollo 11 mission to the legacy that it carries to this day. Karl wants to discusses the idea that space exploration is key to the future of mankind. Drawing parallels between past eras of space exploration, he discusses the human condition to explore the unknown as well as exploring space and understanding what it means to be human. Surpassing the outcomes, this speech discusses the benefits of space exploration. Driving innovations in medicine, inspiring the future and promoting international cooperation.
The Bleak Outlook for 2044
Leo Y9
Harrow Appi
While many individuals are particularly optimistic and anticipate a bright future, Leo looks in a rather negative way. I base the future on three areas: the downsides of a pro-longed lifespan, the over-reliance on artificial intelligence, and the exacerbation of climate change. We cannot change reality and overturn the dilemma; the minimum we can do is to alleviate the crisis...
Smart School
Enai Y7
Harrow Shenzhen
Enai's speech is about smart schools, discussing how technology will advance in 20 years and whether its impact is good or not for students. Enai cautioned students against becoming overly reliant on technology and quoted a famous saying by Alan Kay, an American computer scientist, "The best way to predict future is to invent it.”
Techand Disability
Helen Y12
Harrow Shanghai
Helen's speech is about how, in the future, we can use technology, specifically remotely accessible robots, to create jobs for those who have disabilities or struggle with social anxiety. However, as it currently stands, many jobs are inaccessible to people with disabilities. Thus, in her speech, she outlines some examples of how technology can be better integrated into the workplace to accommodate people with physical or social barriers and the benefits that this will have for society.
Mental Health
Zhenni Y10
Harrow Shenzhen
Step into a world where technology and compassion converge to reshape the landscape of mental health. Join us on a journey to 2044, where AI goes beyond its conventional role, emerging as an empathetic companion. In this reality, mental well-being seamlessly integrates into daily life, dismantling stigmas and fostering understanding. Explore a realm where AI comprehends emotions, challenges societal norms, and provides personalized support. Brace yourselves for an inspiring transformation as technology embarks on a quest for emotional well-being.
Business Models in 2044
Ray Y10
Harrow Beijing
In the world 2044, the world will be completely different from 2024, and so will business models. But what will emerge? Through this speech, he shows what is a business model, and how to design one.
What will healthcare look like in 2044?
Sabrinna Y12
Harrow Shanghai
Healthcare will become more efficient and effective through the incorporation of nanotechnology to enhance medical procedures, i.e. the use of nanorobots incancer treatment and delivery of drugs in the bloodstream. Healthcare will become more personalised through the development of tailored healthcare plans, diets, and medication based on individual genetic profiles.
Space Tourism
Crystal Y10
Harrow Shenzhen
In 2044, space tourism becomes a reality accessible to the general public due to advancements in technology and the economy of scale. Companies like Space-X offer point-to-point flights around the globe, reducing travel time to just one hour and making space travel affordable. The dream of a space elevator may also be realized. These developments push humanity to explore the unknown and redefine our understanding of the universe.
AI, the Future?
Rafael Y10
Harrow Haikou
AI is a rising topic that has many benefits and risks for the future and the present. AI can help with medical cures, environmental conservation, and decision-making, but it can also do harm like creating deepfakes, breaching privacy, and being biased. He believes we should invest in AI with caution and make sure it's controlled.
Regulating Tech
Skye Y11
Harrow Shanghai
Ina world where technology is becoming ever more prevalent while more and more innovation occurs, how can we control these new technologies to prevent them from being used maliciously? What will future laws look like if the politicians who write them do not understand the technology or knowingly allow them to beused to the detriment of individuals? All these questions are crucial indeciding how our world could and will change in the future.
A Century Ago
Hank Y10
Harrow Appi
From horse carriages to bicycles to space shuttles, humans have made tremendous progress in just 200 years. We continue to advance ever so quickly, but there is one thing that seems to have advanced faster than us. That "thing" is AI. In his speech, he takes a look at where humans could end up in 20 years, taking in all the different factors and possibilities.
Biotech
Ingrid Y7
Harrow Shenzhen
Ingrid envisions a future in which, through materials engineering and synthetic biology, humans will seamlessly integrate the realms of nature with technological advancements, propelling us into a new era where humans could become the creators of nature for the first time.
With each story and idea unfolding,
we witnessed not only the eruption of
youthful intellect but also a fearless exploration
and pursuit of the future.