For this Episode of Pulse I am talking to not one, not two, not three but four different guests from four completely different corners of the world.

And not just any guests - but all absolute hurricanes in the world of Education.

So for this Episode we will take you to:

Qatar speaking to Ramy Abdulzaher who is doing incredible work with Bonocle, a portable, "phygital" (physical + digital) braille platform for the visually impaired.

To Nigeria speaking to Prince Gideon Olanrewaju of AreAI, an organisation that offers AI driven local solutions to improve the state of teaching and learning in Nigeria and further into Africa.

To Armenia, speaking to Vahakn Papazian, Director of Tumo, a free-of-charge educational program that puts teens in charge of their own learning.

And last but not least to Chile, speaking to Anna Raad of the Reimagina Foundation, a collaborative initiative in 7 countries in Latin America that collectively improves the state of education through a variety of programs - one of which is called Aprendo Labs.

All were in the running for the prestigious WISE Prize for Education - a prestigious international award recognizing individuals or organizations making significant, systemic impacts in global education.

Sincerely hope you’ll enjoy these 4 interviews.

In this conversation, Aldo interviews Albert Anis, Founding Steward of ValleyDAO, discussing the intersection of decentralized science and climate biotechnology. They explore the evolution of decentralized science, the role of ValleyDAO in funding innovative research projects, and the impact of AI on synthetic biology.

Albert shares his insights on challenges and opportunities in the field, particularly regarding climate change and the importance of community collaboration. The discussion also highlights innovative projects like Hempy, which aims to create sustainable textile alternatives, and the future direction of ValleyDAO in promoting climate-friendly solutions.

Websites

https://www.valleydao.bio

Takeaways

ValleyDAO focuses on climate biotechnology to improve planetary health.
The decentralized science movement is gaining momentum in the biotech field.
AI is expected to streamline processes in synthetic biology.
Community collaboration is key to the success of research projects.
Valleydow is unique in its sole focus on climate impact within DSi.
Innovative projects like Hempy aim to create sustainable alternatives to traditional materials.
The cost of synthetic biology is decreasing, making it more accessible.
Valleydow enables crowdfunding for research projects, allowing community investment.
The importance of utility in climate-related projects is emphasized.
Albert's journey reflects a passion for combining technology and environmental sustainability.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Decentralized Science and Valleydow
05:09 Valleydow's Role in Climate Biotechnology
10:00 The Intersection of AI and Synthetic Biology
15:03 Challenges and Opportunities in Synthetic Biology
19:52 Valleydow's Unique Approach to Climate Impact
24:37 Innovative Projects: Hemp and Beyond
29:34 The Future of Synthetic Genomics
34:36 Community Building and Collaboration in Science
39:35 Personal Reflections and Future Aspirations

Keywords

decentralized science, ValleyDAO, climate biotechnology, synthetic biology, AI in biotech, research funding, climate impact, innovative projects, synthetic genomics, community building

In this episode, Aldo de Pape interviews Anousheh Ansari at the World Innovation Summit for Education, discussing the synergy between WISE and XPRIZE, the role of AI in competitions, and the importance of imagination and responsible innovation.

Takeaways:

• Collaboration between WISE and XPRIZE drives educational innovation.
• XPRIZE competitions leverage AI for societal benefits.
• Anousheh Ansari emphasizes the power of imagination.
• Responsible innovation is crucial for future advancements.
• Philanthropic dollars can drive massive change.
• AI is integrated into almost every XPRIZE competition.
• Anousheh's curiosity fuels her motivation.
• Exercise is key to Anousheh's daily routine.
• Albert Einstein's work inspired Anousheh.
• Regulation can support responsible innovation.

Keywords:

WISE, XPRIZE, AI, innovation, education, Anousheh Ansari, imagination, responsible innovation