An Evening with Lord Martin Rees, UK's Astronomer Royal

The UK's Astronomer Royal, Lord Martin Rees, is one of the most respected cosmologists and space scientists of our time. He is based in Cambridge, where he has been Director of the Institute of Astronomy, a Research Professor, Co-founder of the Centre for the Study of Existential Risks, and Master of Trinity College. His pioneering contributions to our understanding of black holes, cosmic explosions, and the big bang have been recognized with many international awards. His current research interests range from extraterrestrial life to the multiverse.

Rees and Will Marshall, CEO & Co-founder of Planet, will discuss opportunities and risks around the growth of artificial intelligence and robotics, space technologies, biotechnologies, interconnectivity, and other revolutionary changes that seem to be proliferating and converging at faster speeds than ever before. Here is a unique chance to stretch your brain and gain new insights into current megatrends with imagination-defying implications for the planet and beyond. What are the best actions to help ensure the best outcomes, and how can we be part of the solution?