Shifting paradigms
The futures of science in the era of AI With the theme Human Ingenuity in the Era of AI, I want to share a bit of what I experienced this weekend — offering you a little peek into the thoughts and reflections from that inspiring event. I’m writing this as I prepare for my panel discussion in […]
Why GLP-1 Medications Are Changing How We Think About Endometriosis
A few years back, it would have seemed almost crazy to think that medications designed for diabetes and weight management could now be relevant to discussions of endometriosis; still, researchers worldwide are exploring this very possibility today. Currently, there is no evidence that GLP-1 medications can cure endometriosis. However, they seem to affect several biological […]
Why do so many people avoid thinking about the future?
As a futurist, one of my biggest goals is to inspire people through my work and communication to start thinking about the future. We tend to address problems only when they arise. While this mindset is natural, it creates significant barriers to reaching our actual goals and greatly hinders our ability to plan thoughtfully for the […]
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The day I watched hope drown Sixteen years ago, I was a fresh psychology graduate, still convinced that the system, despite its flaws, could be improved from the inside. I believed that by dedicating myself fully, working diligently, and offering all I had, I could mend the aspects of healthcare that were never meant to […]
About your future from a professional futurist
The future is an intriguing idea. We mention it often, but surprisingly, aside from a few futurists, few people truly consider it. In reality, many of us are confined to focusing on immediate concerns. Imagine this: tonight, you have a simple yet important choice. Will you finish the leftover rosemary-flavored chips from yesterday? If you […]
Insights of our academic publications
A Practical Guide to Using Futures Methods in Health Care: Approaches, Applications, and Case Studieshttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40956602/ AI and Primary Care: Scoping Reviewhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40836794/ The Evolution of Patient Empowerment and Its Impact on Health Care’s Futurehttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40311140/ Health Care Professionals’ Concerns About Medical AI and Psychological Barriers and Strategies for Successful Implementation: Scoping Reviewhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40267462/ Exploring the Need for Medical […]
What it means to be the wold’s first PhD candidate in Medical Foresight
I am a PhD candidate and the pioneer in medical foresight globally. Being the first in the world to achieve this is exciting and bold. It’s also carries a huge responsibility because, when creating something the world has never seen, it’s not enough to simply do it; you must also explain why it matters. You […]