by Ian Khan | Oct 10, 2023 | Futurist Blog
Dr. Geoffrey Hinton: Often referred to as the “godfather of deep learning,” Hinton’s work on backpropagation became foundational for training deep neural networks. He’s a Professor at the University of Toronto and a Researcher at Google Brain.
Dr. Yann LeCun: LeCun’s pioneering work on convolutional neural networks (CNNs) has revolutionized computer vision. He serves as the Chief AI Scientist at Facebook and is a Professor at NYU.
Dr. Yoshua Bengio: A leading figure in deep learning, Bengio’s research has significantly impacted recurrent neural networks (RNNs) and long short-term memory networks (LSTMs). He’s a Professor at the University of Montreal and co-recipient of the Turing Award with Hinton and LeCun.
Dr. Andrew Ng: Known for his role in popularizing machine learning through his Stanford course and co-founding Google Brain, Ng’s work emphasizes the practical implementation of neural networks. He also co-founded Coursera and is a leading voice in AI education.
Dr. Ian Goodfellow: Best known for introducing Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Goodfellow’s innovations have sparked new research areas in synthetic data generation. He has worked at OpenAI, Google Brain, and Apple.
Dr. Fei-Fei Li: An expert in computer vision, Li’s work on ImageNet helped shape the modern landscape of deep learning in visual recognition. She co-leads the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence.
Dr. Andrej Karpathy: Karpathy’s work on Recurrent Neural Networks, especially for sequence-to-sequence tasks, is widely recognized. He’s currently the Director of AI at Tesla, where he focuses on deep learning for autonomous driving.
Dr. Sara Hooker: A Google Brain researcher, Hooker’s work emphasizes the interpretability of neural networks, ensuring that models are transparent and understandable.
Dr. Ilya Sutskever: As the co-founder and Chief Scientist of OpenAI, Sutskever’s research spans various neural network architectures, including transformers, which have revolutionized natural language processing.
Dr. Alex Graves: Graves’ work on LSTMs, especially in handwriting recognition and sequence generation, has made significant impacts. He has also explored neural Turing machines and memory-augmented neural networks.
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Vitalik Buterin: The co-founder of Ethereum, Buterin’s vision for smart contracts has paved the way for the majority of DeFi platforms today. Ethereum remains the primary blockchain for DeFi applications.
Andre Cronje: Known for creating Yearn Finance, Cronje is often at the forefront of DeFi innovation. He’s highly respected for his hands-on approach and frequently releases new protocols and solutions.
Robert Leshner: The founder of Compound Finance, Leshner has been instrumental in popularizing algorithmic interest rate protocols, allowing users to earn interest on and borrow against their crypto assets.
Stani Kulechov: As the founder of Aave, Kulechov developed a non-custodial liquidity market protocol. Aave has introduced innovations like flash loans, making it a leading player in the DeFi space.
Hayden Adams: Adams is the brains behind Uniswap, a decentralized exchange that introduced the concept of automated liquidity provision. Uniswap remains one of the most widely used DeFi platforms.
Kain Warwick: The founder of Synthetix, Warwick has pushed the envelope in creating a platform that allows for the issuance of synthetic assets on the blockchain.
Sergey Nazarov: Co-founder of Chainlink, Nazarov’s work revolves around decentralized oracles. Chainlink ensures that smart contracts securely and reliably interact with real-world data, a key component for many DeFi projects.
Jack Peterson: Peterson, the co-founder of Augur, has played a pivotal role in creating a decentralized prediction market platform, providing a trustless platform for event outcome betting.
Loi Luu: As co-founder of Kyber Network, Luu focuses on on-chain liquidity. Kyber’s protocol allows decentralized token swaps to be integrated into any application.
Sam Bankman-Fried: Founder of Alameda Research and FTX, Bankman-Fried has also been behind Serum, a decentralized derivatives exchange built on the Solana blockchain. He’s been influential in integrating DeFi with traditional finance.
by Ian Khan | Oct 10, 2023 | Futurist Blog
Dr. Katharine Hayhoe: A renowned atmospheric scientist, Hayhoe has dedicated her career to studying climate change and helping communities develop resilience strategies. She consistently emphasizes the importance of communication in bridging the gap between science and the general public.
Dr. Saleemul Huq: A leading voice from the Global South, Huq specializes in the interface between climate change and sustainable development, focusing on the least developed countries. He’s pivotal in discussions about climate justice and resilience in vulnerable nations.
Cristina Rumbaitis del Rio: A senior associate at the Rockefeller Foundation, del Rio has worked extensively on the 100 Resilient Cities initiative. Her efforts revolve around creating urban solutions for climate change resilience.
Alice Hill: Formerly with the National Security Council during the Obama administration, Hill has been instrumental in weaving climate resilience into U.S. national security policies. She’s a respected voice on the legal and policy dimensions of climate resilience.
Mary Robinson: The former president of Ireland, Robinson now leads the Mary Robinson Foundation – Climate Justice. Her work champions human rights-based approaches to climate change, focusing on vulnerable populations.
Sweta Chakraborty: Renowned for her risk and behavioral scientist background, Chakraborty emphasizes the human dimensions of climate resilience. She routinely speaks on the systemic risks climate change poses to societal structures.
Mark Kenber: Known for his role with The Climate Group, Kenber has been at the forefront of initiatives promoting clean technologies and driving urban resilience planning.
Jessica Hellmann: As the Director of the Institute on the Environment at the University of Minnesota, Hellmann’s research focuses on adaptation and resilience strategies for ecosystems and societies in the face of climate change.
Dr. J. Marshall Shepherd: A meteorologist and former President of the American Meteorological Society, Shepherd bridges the gap between atmospheric science and the public. He champions understanding weather extremes and urban climate resilience.
Mindy Lubber: As the CEO of Ceres, Lubber works at the intersection of business leaders, investors, and policymakers to promote sustainability and climate resilience. Her advocacy emphasizes the economic imperatives of climate preparedness.
by Ian Khan | Oct 10, 2023 | Futurist Blog
Dr. Valter Longo: Director of the Longevity Institute at USC, Dr. Longo is renowned for his research on the fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) and its potential benefits for lifespan extension and overall health.
Dr. Rhonda Patrick: With a Ph.D. in biomedical science, Dr. Patrick is well-known for her comprehensive discussions about nutrition, genetics, and aging on her platform, FoundMyFitness. She delves deep into micronutrients and their roles in longevity.
Dan Buettner: An explorer and National Geographic Fellow, Buettner identified the “Blue Zones,” regions where people live exceptionally long lives. He investigates their dietary habits and lifestyles to unveil secrets to longevity.
Dr. David Sinclair: A professor at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Sinclair’s research focuses on the genetic pathways that regulate aging. He’s an advocate for specific dietary habits and supplements, like resveratrol, which might enhance lifespan.
Dr. Satchin Panda: Specializing in circadian rhythms, Dr. Panda’s research at the Salk Institute reveals the importance of time-restricted eating and its implications for metabolic health and longevity.
Dr. Dale Bredesen: A neurologist and author of “The End of Alzheimer’s,” Dr. Bredesen’s work revolves around dietary and lifestyle interventions to prevent cognitive decline and enhance brain health as one ages.
Dr. Jason Fung: A nephrologist by profession, Dr. Fung is a leading voice in intermittent fasting, a dietary approach he believes combats obesity, diabetes, and other health issues, ultimately promoting longevity.
Dr. Joel Fuhrman: Author of “Eat to Live,” Dr. Fuhrman promotes a nutrient-rich diet as the key to lasting health and longevity. His “Nutritarian” approach emphasizes plant-based, whole foods.
Dr. Walter Willett: As Professor of Epidemiology and Nutrition at Harvard, Dr. Willett’s extensive research has influenced dietary guidelines worldwide. He examines the correlation between diet, health, and longevity on a population scale.
Dr. Michael Greger: An advocate for whole-food, plant-based diets, Dr. Greger’s platform, NutritionFacts.org, offers insights into various foods and their impacts on health and lifespan.
by Ian Khan | Oct 10, 2023 | Futurist Blog
Mark Gorski: As the CEO of WHOOP, Gorski leads the company in providing performance optimization solutions for athletes. WHOOP’s wrist-worn heart rate monitor has garnered attention for its accuracy and detailed analytics.
Dr. Andy Walshe: Known for his expertise in human performance, Dr. Walshe has consulted with elite athletes worldwide. He has often emphasized the transformative role of wearable tech in understanding and improving athlete performance.
Benjamin Alamar: A professor and founder of the Journal of Quantitative Analysis in Sports, Alamar’s research often intersects with the use of wearable tech in sports for data collection and interpretation.
James Harden: While not a tech guru, Harden’s collaboration with tech companies, most notably the Fitbit, highlights the potential of wearable tech from an athlete’s perspective. His feedback and usage provide real-world insights into the effectiveness of these devices.
Stefan Olander: As the former Vice President of Digital Innovation at Nike, Olander played a significant role in products like Nike+ Running and the FuelBand, making sports wearables mainstream.
Dr. Phil Cheetham: A Senior Sport Technologist at the US Olympic Committee, Dr. Cheetham is actively involved in integrating technology with athletic performance. His expertise lies in biomechanics, which aligns perfectly with wearables that track movement and force.
Julien de Preaumont: As the Chief Marketing Officer of Withings, he’s at the forefront of the company’s innovations in health-focused wearables. Withings’ devices are renowned for their precision, which is vital for sports applications.
Chris Van Hoof: Directing Wearable Health Solutions at imec, Van Hoof’s contributions are significant. From hydration sensors to EEG monitoring caps, his work has broad applications, including sports.
Dr. Roger Kram: Heading the Locomotion Laboratory at the University of Colorado, Dr. Kram’s research on biomechanics often employs wearable tech. His insights have implications for both sports equipment and wearable design.
Will Ahmed: Founder of WHOOP, Ahmed’s dedication to unlocking human performance using wearable tech has been transformational. His focus on recovery, strain, and sleep provides a holistic approach to athlete well-being.
