{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6527e4f1d40c9700125f42de/659fb8d660548c0018523a7c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Vision Weekend France: Molecular Machines Panel ","description":"<p><strong>Panellists:</strong> Alexis Courbet, Erik Benson, Stephane Redon, Dean Thomas. Recorded at Vision Weekend France. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Highlights</strong></p><ul><li>The panel discusses molecular nanotechnology and the potential for compact machines to replace industrial facilities.</li><li>They discuss advances in the field, which include protein design, protein folding, and dynamic structures that respond to stimuli.</li><li>It is noted how molecular machines can automate the synthesis of other machines, similar to biology – computational protein design allows for the creation of new machines from scratch.</li><li>The panel concluded by highlighting the potential for molecular nanotechnology to bridge the gap between organic chemistry and automation.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>About Foresight Institute</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://foresight.org/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Foresight Institute</a> is a research organization and non-profit that supports the beneficial development of high-impact technologies. Since our founding in 1987 on a vision of guiding powerful technologies, we have continued to evolve into a many-armed organization that focuses on several fields of science and technology that are too ambitious for legacy institutions to support.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Allison Duettmann</strong></p><p>The President and CEO of Foresight Institute, Allison Duettmann directs the <a href=\"https://foresight.org/intelligent-cooperation/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Intelligent Cooperation</a>, <a href=\"https://foresight.org/molecular-machines/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Molecular Machines</a>, <a href=\"https://foresight.org/biotech-health-extension-program/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Biotech &amp; Health Extension</a>, <a href=\"https://foresight.org/neurotech-improving-cognition-program/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Neurotech</a>, and <a href=\"https://foresight.org/space-expanding-outward-program/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Space </a>Programs, alongside Fellowships, Prizes, and Tech Trees. She has also been pivotal in co-initiating the Longevity Prize, pioneering initiatives like Existentialhope.com, and contributing to notable works like \"Superintelligence: Coordination &amp; Strategy\" and \"Gaming the Future\".</p><p><br></p><p>Get Involved with Foresight:</p><ul><li>Apply: <a href=\"https://foresight.org/apply/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Virtual Salons &amp; in-person Workshops</a></li><li>Donate:<a href=\"https://foresight.org/donate/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Support Our Work</a> – If you enjoy what we do, please consider this, as we are entirely funded by your donations!</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow Us:</strong><a href=\"https://twitter.com/foresightinst\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Twitter</a> |<a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/ForesightInstitute/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Facebook</a> |<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/foresight-institute/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> LinkedIn</a></p><p><br></p><p>Note: Explore every word spoken on this podcast through<a href=\"https://fathom.fm/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Fathom.fm</a>, an innovative podcast search engine.</p>","author_name":"Foresight Institute"}