The Power of Ideas

Converge

A day designed to inspire anyone interested in the power of new ideas, innovation and entrepreneurship to change the world.

The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

"The power of ideas" is an invitation to the curious, the innovators, and all who seek inspiration to achieve a better world.It transcends the typical conference— we're staging a tribute to the visionaries, the creative minds, the thinkers, and the creators - the individuals thriving within our academic and industry circles and those who've journeyed from distant shores to share their light with us.Guided by the minds that shape tomorrow, we will discuss how research and ideas can blossom into tangible, transformative real-world applications for a better future.Together, we'll explore the exciting worlds of AI, net zero, data science, and life sciences, charting a course towards a brighter tomorrow.Let's dream, discover and design the future - together.

Agenda

We'll kick things off with stories from individuals whose curious minds and innovative thinking led to significant discoveries and success. It's a chance to see how big ideas come to life.

Big ideas and curious minds

Prepare for a series of engaging presentations on the future of important fields like AI, environmental sustainability, data science, and health. Experts will share their insights on what's next, offering a glimpse into the exciting developments on the horizon.

Future Forecast

Meet Dr Maggie, space scientist, broadcaster, and author, fueled by the Moon landings and imaginary worlds of science fiction  all her life dreamt of getting out there into space. But things have not been easy for her. Going to 13 different schools and having undiagnosed dyslexia meant the school was a challenging place. But when you have a big, wonderful, powerful dream, anything is possible.

Maggie will discuss her life journey and lessons she has learned on the way. She will also take her listeners on a journey into space and time, starting at our amazing planet and how space science is helping us tackle some of our biggest challenges. Then out through our solar system, when will we be living on other planets? Then further out into our galaxy, and beyond to the wider universe itself. As well as lessons learned Maggie will explore some deep philosophical questions that we humans have always asked, are we alone in the universe? and will we ever, literally, reach the stars?

Reaching for the stars

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