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Dr. Christianna Taylor is a notable figure in Leadership, Strategy and Technology, specializing in transformative applications in space, AI and 3D Printing. As the Chief Technology Officer at Gantri, she guides the platform that employs 3D printing to create contemporary design lighting directly for consumers. Recognized as a Global Impact Challenge winner during her Singularity University engagement, Christianna established Intelligent Space in 2016. Her journey encompasses roles as a Concurrent Engineer abroad, Systems Engineer for small satellites at Microcosm and a NASA JPL GSRP Fellow. She's also contributed as Event Coordinator for AIAA Los Angeles-Las Vegas Chapter and as a Global Scholar with the Kauffman Foundation. Beyond advising startups in the New Space community, Dr. Taylor interests span travel, reading and embracing challenges. Her fascination with space dates back to watching Haley's comet with her mother, and her engagement in debates about futuristic concepts like those in Star Trek demonstrates her ongoing curiosity and connection to innovative ideas.
Hod, an expert on AI and robotics, understands both the current and future potential of AI. His work on self-aware and self-replicating robots has captured the world's attention. He has co-authored over 300 papers that have been cited more than 27,000 times.
Eleonora Cogo boasts 15 years of expertise in climate change and sustainability, spanning roles in both corporate and government sectors. Notably, she served as Senior Scientific Manager at the Foundation Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC) and played a pivotal role in UN climate negotiations that culminated in the Paris Agreement. With a background in Environmental Engineering and an MSc in Environmental Management, Eleonora's impact extends to her board position at the Adaptation Fund. Her career features key roles in emission reduction projects and trading schemes. An MBA from IE Business School and participation in Singularity University's Global Solutions Program showcase her dedication to innovation. She introduced 'Change Game,' a groundbreaking video game that simplifies climate change complexities and earned an Italian Video Game Awards nomination. As an Expert at Singularity, Eleonora is an influential speaker on innovation, technology and climate change, exemplifying her commitment to global transformation.
Eleanor 'Nell' Watson, a visionary Machine Intelligence researcher hailing from Northern Ireland, is a driving force in the field. She co-founded QuantaCorp, a company that revolutionized Deep Machine Vision, enabling accurate body measurement from just two photos. As an AI Faculty member at Singularity University and author of Machine Intelligence courseware for O'Reilly Media, Nell is dedicated to knowledge sharing. Her commitment to AI ethics is demonstrated through roles as Chair and Vice-Chair of the IEEE's ECPAIS Transparency Experts Focus Group and the P7001 Transparency of Autonomous Systems committee on AI Ethics & Safety. Nell's influence extends to initiatives like EthicsNet.org, where she teaches machines pro-social behaviors. She holds Fellowships from prestigious organizations and serves as a Senior Scientific Advisor to The Future Society at Harvard, making her a prominent voice at global events such as The United Nations General Assembly.
