Films from the Future

Films from the Future
Author: Andrew Maynard
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2018-11-15
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 1633539067

“Deftly shows how a seemingly frivolous film genre can guide us in shaping tomorrow’s world.” —Seth Shostak, senior astronomer, SETI Institute Artificial intelligence, gene manipulation, cloning, and interplanetary travel are all ideas that seemed like fairy tales but a few years ago. And now their possibilities are very much here. But are we ready to handle these advances? This book, by a physicist and expert on responsible technology development, reveals how science fiction movies can help us think about and prepare for the social consequences of technologies we don’t yet have, but that are coming faster than we imagine. Films from the Future looks at twelve movies that take us on a journey through the worlds of biological and genetic manipulation, human enhancement, cyber technologies, and nanotechnology. Readers will gain a broader understanding of the complex relationship between science and society. The movies mix old and new, and the familiar and unfamiliar, to provide a unique, entertaining, and ultimately transformative take on the power of emerging technologies, and the responsibilities they come with.

Handbook of Research on Industrial Advancement in Scientific Knowledge

Handbook of Research on Industrial Advancement in Scientific Knowledge
Author: Diaz, Vicente González-Prida
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 442
Release: 2019-01-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1522571531

In a society that praises and promotes technological advancement, it becomes increasingly essential to review the effects of such rapid technological growth. New high-tech advances need to be examined to determine what they mean to science, society, and industry along with the benefits and challenges they present. The Handbook of Research on Industrial Advancement in Scientific Knowledge addresses the intersection of technology and science where engineering considerations, mathematical approaches, and management tools provide a better understanding and awareness of Industry 4.0, while also taking into account the impact on current society. This publication identifies methodologies and applications related to decision making, risk and uncertainty, and design and development not only on scientific and industrial topics but also on social and ethical matters. It is designed for engineers, entrepreneurs, academicians, researchers, managers, and students.

Science, Society and Emerging Technologies – Volume I No. 2

Science, Society and Emerging Technologies – Volume I No. 2
Author: Higor Brito
Publisher: Amplla Editora
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2023-12-15
Genre: Science
ISBN: 6553811334

The Volume 1 No. 2 of "Science, Society and Emerging Technologies," a collection that navigates through a range of topics at the intersection of scientific research and societal challenges. This edition presents a mosaic of contemporary issues and the ways in which scientific inquiry is deeply connected with societal needs and technological advancements. The range of subjects in this volume is broad and dynamic. Readers will find discussions on the educational impacts of global health crises, the role of mental health in academic settings, and the complex relationship between climate change and social inequality. These topics highlight the relevance of scientific understanding in addressing global challenges. Exploration of emerging technologies forms a core part of this volume, examining their application in various sectors and their role in driving efficiency and sustainability. The book also delves into the innovative use of natural resources, blending scientific research with practical applications in health and beauty, reflecting the potential for entrepreneurial ventures in these areas. In addressing public health and research, the volume underscores the importance of community engagement and the role of technology in information dissemination and mobilization. Governance and management systems, especially in response to environmental emergencies and sustainable urban development, are also focal points of discussion. "Science, Society and Emerging Technologies" – Volume 1 No. 2 is an invitation to readers to explore a collection that not only reflects current scientific discourse but also stimulates thought on how these domains shape and are shaped by society and technological progress. Higor C. Brito

Assessing the Societal Implications of Emerging Technologies

Assessing the Societal Implications of Emerging Technologies
Author: Evan S. Michelson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 215
Release: 2016-05-12
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1317302222

A growing problem of interest in the field of science and technology policy is that the next generation of innovations is arriving at an accelerating rate, and the governance system is struggling to catch up. Current approaches and institutions for effective technology assessment are ill suited and poorly designed to proactively address the multidimensional, interconnected societal impacts of science and technology advancements that are already taking place and expected to continue over the course of the 21st century. This book offers tangible insights into the strategies deployed by well-known, high-profile organizations involved in anticipating the various societal and policy implications of nanotechnology and synthetic biology. It focuses predominantly on an examination of the practices adopted by the often-cited and uniquely positioned Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies in the United States, as well as being informed by comparisons with a range of institutions also interested in embedding forward-looking perspectives in their respective area of innovation. The book lays out one of the first actionable roadmaps that other interested stakeholders can follow when working toward institutionalizing anticipatory governance practices throughout the policymaking process.

Tomorrow's People and New Technology

Tomorrow's People and New Technology
Author: Felix Dodds
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2021-10-13
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1000467678

As we witness a series of social, political, cultural, and economic changes/disruptions this book examines the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the way emerging technologies are impacting our lives and changing society. The Fourth Industrial Revolution is characterised by the emergence of new technologies that are blurring the boundaries between the physical, the digital, and the biological worlds. This book allows readers to explore how these technologies will impact peoples’ lives by 2030. It helps readers to not only better understand the use and implications of emerging technologies, but also to imagine how their individual life will be shaped by them. The book provides an opportunity to see the great potential but also the threats and challenges presented by the emerging technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, posing questions for the reader to think about what future they want. Emerging technologies, such as robotics, artificial intelligence, big data and analytics, cloud computing, nanotechnology, biotechnology, the Internet of Things, fifth-generation wireless technologies (5G), and fully autonomous vehicles, among others, will have a significant impact on every aspect of our lives, as such this book looks at their potential impact in the entire spectrum of daily life, including home life, travel, education and work, health, entertainment and social life. Providing an indication of what the world might look like in 2030, this book is essential reading for students, scholars, professionals, and policymakers interested in the nexus between emerging technologies and sustainable development, politics and society, and global governance.

Emerging Technologies and International Stability

Emerging Technologies and International Stability
Author: Todd S. Sechser
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2021-11-28
Genre: History
ISBN: 1000485536

Technology has always played a central role in international politics; it shapes the ways states fight during wartime and compete during peacetime. Today, rapid advancements have contributed to a widespread sense that the world is again on the precipice of a new technological era. Emerging technologies have inspired much speculative commentary, but academic scholarship can improve the discussion with disciplined theory-building and rigorous empirics. This book aims to contribute to the debate by exploring the role of technology – both military and non-military – in shaping international security. Specifically, the contributors to this edited volume aim to generate new theoretical insights into the relationship between technology and strategic stability, test them with sound empirical methods, and derive their implications for the coming technological age. This book is very novel in its approach. It covers a wide range of technologies, both old and new, rather than emphasizing a single technology. Furthermore, this volume looks at how new technologies might affect the broader dynamics of the international system rather than limiting the focus to a stability. The contributions to this volume walk readers through the likely effects of emerging technologies at each phase of the conflict process. The chapters begin with competition in peacetime, move to deterrence and coercion, and then explore the dynamics of crises, the outbreak of conflict, and war escalation in an environment of emerging technologies. The chapters in this book, except for the Introduction and the Conclusion, were originally published in the Journal of Strategic Studies.

Emerging Technologies for Librarians

Emerging Technologies for Librarians
Author: Sharon Q Yang
Publisher: Chandos Publishing
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2015-11-28
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1780634692

Emerging Technologies for Librarians: A Practical Approach to Innovation focuses on the practical applications of emerging technologies in libraries, defining the technologies in the context of their use in real situations. Each chapter includes an overview of the use of emerging technologies in a particular work area that is followed by a list of relevant applications. Chapters cover work areas such as advertising, distance learning, metadata. and digital libraries, and also focus on applications, including mobile computing and web conferencing, followed by a conclusion. This book serves as a guide for those interested in learning about, and implementing, the available technologies that enhance library services, and also lists and discusses the types of emerging technologies that are available for a specific area of work. Discusses and reviews practical applications of emerging technologies for librarians Explores what emerging technologies are available in particular areas of library services Describes and evaluates applications Connects library work to innovations

Emerging Technologies for Nurses

Emerging Technologies for Nurses
Author: Whende M. Carroll, MSN, RN-BC
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 239
Release: 2020-02-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0826146511

Learn and innovate with the latest technologies in nursing and healthcare! The first text of its kind in nursing, this book provides up-to-date information on innovative, smart technologies that nurses can use in clinical and nonclinical settings to keep up with the changing face of healthcare. This compelling guide will provide you with information about exciting areas of technology that have great potential to improve patient care. Subjects include big data, artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented realities, connected technologies, and precision health. There is also discusson of the shift of healthcare delivery into the community, with an outlook on improving outcomes and enhancing practice. Each chapter focuses on developing competency in current and future real-world applications of emerging technologies. Early chapters describe how to utilize new tools, processes, models, and products to serve the quadruple aim of better managing populations, decreasing costs, and enhancing both the patient’s and the clinician’s experience. The culture of innovation coincides with the ever-changing politics of healthcare in later chapters, which then evolves into the entrepreneurial opportunities for nurses. This text is an essential introduction for all practicing nurses, nurse leaders, and nurses teaching health information technology or informatics courses. Key Features: Written by nurses for nurses The latest information on emerging health information technology and associated nursing implications Compelling cases show the dramatic effect of innovations on value-based care Learn how applying novel technologies can improve patient care Qualified instructors have access to supplementary materials, including PowerPoint slides and an Instructor’s Manual

Emerging Technologies

Emerging Technologies
Author: Chanagala Shankar
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2023-04-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

Welcome to the exciting world of emerging technologies! The pace of technological change is rapid, and new developments are constantly emerging. This book aims to equip you with the knowledge and understanding you need to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and explore the potential impact of emerging technologies on society, industry, and the world at large. In this book, we will cover a range of technologies, including artificial intelligence, blockchain, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing IOT, and BitCoin. Whether you are a student, researcher, or simply someone who is interested in the latest technological advancements, this book is for you.