Upgrade by Blake Crouch is a gripping sci-fi novel that delves into the powerful potential of gene editing. This is a must-read for fans of thought-provoking thrillers and anyone curious about the possible future(s) of technologies.

In a talk I had at Rice University, I discussed the power of effective communication to inspire wonder about science, build public trust, and bring more diverse perspectives into STEMM.

In what ways can we draw lessons from technology to address humanity’s grand challenges? After a visit to the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, California, I ponder on the insights we can learn from the past to help us shape a better future.

Looking for your next delicious read? I recommend you pick up a copy of The Food Explorer: The True Adventures of the Globe-Trotting Botanist Who Transformed What America Eats, by Daniel Stone. This book focuses on David Fairchild and his fellow “food explorers” who laid the foundation for modern agriculture. For page after page, I was truly astonished at their adventures

Want to increase your motivation, learning, and creativity? Then I recommend you pick up the book The Art of Impossible: A Peak Performance Primer by Steven Kotler. The book is a great place to start a deep dive into the neuroscience behind the best athletes, artists, and innovators.