Neal Stephenson on Optimism

Acclaimed author Neal Stephenson addresses the following question: Is there a categorical imperative for science fiction to be optimistic? This past spring, Jason Pontin, Editor in Chief of MIT Technology Review, conducted a wide-ranging but informal conversation with science fiction writer Neal Stephenson about his craft, preoccupations, influences, and inspirations. Enjoy a six-part weekly series of video shorts based on their conversation.

Neal Stephenson on the State of Science Fiction

Acclaimed science fiction author Neal Stephenson answers the question: Why is most contemporary science fiction so debauched? This past spring, Jason Pontin, Editor in Chief of MIT Technology Review, conducted a wide-ranging but informal conversation with science fiction writer Neal Stephenson about his craft, preoccupations, influences, and inspirations. Enjoy a six-part weekly series of video shorts based on their conversation.

Making Stretchable Electronics

A startup prepares to manufacture electronics that conform to skin, arteries, and organs, allowing new surgical and measuring methods.

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Meet 2012 TR35 Winner Leila Takayama

Takayama applies the tools of social science to make robots easier to live and work with.

Meet 2012 TR35 Winner Ren Ng

Entrepreneur of the Year Ren Ng discusses his innovative work.

Shopping Online? These Robots Will Fill Your Order

A look inside the new warehouse automation system owned by Amazon.

Powering a New Way of Life

A nonprofit in Thailand is transforming remote communities along the Myanmar border by supplying them with off-grid energy.