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iKnow: interconnecting Knowledge for the early identification of issues, events and developments (e.g. wild cards and associated weak signals) shaping and shaking the future of science, technology and innovation (STI) in Europe and other world regions.
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Grand Challenges
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The main objectives of the ‘State-of-art of sustainable innovation’ work package (WP2) in the CASI project are (1) to position sustainable innovation (SI) within the framework of the... -
Sustainable innovation (SI) is a wide and multifaceted concept, the complex nature and definition of which is continuous and the subject of many questions and debates. This is probably the main ... -
This report is the final version of CASI-F: A Common Framework for Assessment and Management of Sustainable Innovation. The framework was informed by a number of preceding tasks and includes inp... -
Discover Futures Diamond's Suite of Systems for Research and Innovation (R&I). Futures Diamond's R&I solutions are powered by Diamond Frame, a ... -
The purpose of our research is not to predict technological developments, but to identify possible areas of change, and to consider the implications for the workforce. The aim of this re... - 4085 days ago3 views
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"Immortality" through mind transfer to computing substrate
Advances in neuroscience and computer technology may enable the emulation of whole individual human brains on a computer (or future equivalent). Curent research like the FET-Flagshio "Human Brain" project indicate a potential d...
Discovery of an alien civilization
Alien life is a recurrent question in our society, and many believe that it exists. Discovering it might happen soon as we make progress in science and astro-physicists may be able to view images of the distant planets outside ...
United Kingdom leaving the European Union
The UK might leave the European Union. This would impact the European Union as well as the United Kingdom deeply. Nonetheless this will also have a huge impact at a global level, affecting durably the relationship and cooperat...
Because of the relationship between Mexico and Guatemala about the people who constantly migrates, they decided to unify and make a safer place and respect human rights for both societies. There have been a large amount of news...
Scientists have developed synthetic particles that closely mimic the characteristics and key functions of natural red blood cells, including softness, flexibility, and the ability to carry oxygen. Where will this technology tak...
All goods and services produced or consumed by people can be ...
The growing use of technologies in production is a significant trend, along with the related structural unemployment of a considerable part of the workforce. This can result in a wild card which could be characterised as a turn...
Google Glass - a new type of wearable computer.
According to a 16 May 2013 review in The Telegraph, Google Glass is "the computer that has both excited and worried millions. Forget the next iPad or the Samsung Galaxy S5 - Google Glass is the hottest property in today’s ov...
Nowadays, we can notice the rise of successful women business owners who are called “lipstick entrepreneurs”. Indeed, the number of women setting up their own business has increased dramatically. The numbers of businesses ...
On our way to a regressive society ?
Todd Akin, by his speech about the fact that he truly believe that a women can't get pregnant if she has been raped, has maybe open the doors to the return of a conservative society.
Rise in Vegetarianism and Veganism
Within the developed world veganism and vegetarianism has recently experienced a large increase of adherents. Vegetarianism and then veganism will be the next step in the moral development of humankind. Empathy for animals has ...
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R&D in synthetic biofuels from algae.
There is currently much venture capital flowing into this research area, particularly the breeding and treatment of different algae types. Additionally, the famous biochemist Craig Venter is active in financing projects aimed a...
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Whenever there is a major health outbreak, then people quick ...
That increases the chance of more dietary shift. Methane emission by cows, and the fact that the meat industry is one of the biggest problems for climate change, could be an impetus. Meditation, as health costs are so high and ...
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FEATURED ARTICLE
New Horizon Scanning Hub iPad App and Community launched!
At the 2013 CfWI’s Annual Conference, we have proudly announced the launch of the Horizon Scanning Hub iPad App and the Hub Community. This is the first (and so far only!) Horizon Scanning iPad App in the world. It gives users easy access to the ideas bank and projects area of the Hub offline and on-the-go. We are...
EDITORS BLOG
Understanding Foresight and Horizon Scanning (FHS)
Futures research (including Foresight and Horizon Scanning) has emerged as a key instrument for the development and implementation of research and innovation policy. The main focus of activity has been at the national level. Governments have sought to set priorities, to build networks between science and industry and, in some cases, to change their...
