Welcome to the 4th edition of Smartspaces!

Greetings to our existing and new members!

We received so much feedback (and new subscribers) since our last newsletter and are really happy that you love smart entertainment as much as we do.

This week’s forecast is filled with a plethora of free, top-notch conferences & summits 💬 , some seminars 👩‍🎓 , hackathons 💻️ & networking opportunities 🤝. We heard your feedback to increase the “signal to noise” ratio and doubled down on our 🌟Highlighted Events 🌟 section, which now gives additional information on why this event actually matters and we dug especially deep to find the best events for you.

Let’s start the curiosity drive with a quiz - for most people life is over when 30 and ageism is a thing today but there is hope…is there?

👴 Which of the following individuals started a significant scientific career after the age of 30?

A) 🧬 Charles Darwin, who is famed for his theory of evolution, began his scientific inquiries only after turning 40, having spent his earlier years as a physician.

B) 🤖 Alan Turing, a pioneer of computer science and artificial intelligence, shifted his focus to these fields only after spending many years as a novelist.

C) 🦠 Charles M. Rice, a virologist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology in 2020 for his contributions to the discovery of the Hepatitis C virus, started his groundbreaking research only in his late 30s.

Well, one of these is true! So never lose hope, dig into your next rabbit hole next week. Nobel is waiting!

🌟 Highlighted Events 🌟 

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Monday, 10/9/2023:

• 🚀 🛰️ International Conference on Energy from Space 💬 | ESA | Monday, 10/9/2023: 09:30h CET |  Delve into discussions with international experts on the potential of space energy to mitigate the climate crisis. 🌐 Virtual. 🎟️ Free.
  
  → Why is this 🔥? The SOLARIS project by the European Space Agency (ESA) 🇪🇺 is a pioneering stride toward harnessing solar energy from space for Earth's needs, aiming for a decarbonized future. Recent developments include signing contracts for commercial-scale Space-Based Solar Power plant 🤯 concept studies, marking a vital step in the SOLARIS initiative ☀️ . The project is at a nexus of increasing global interest in space-based energy solutions, with similar initiatives emerging worldwide.

Tuesday, 10/10/2023

•  🌿🌎 Green Growth Summit 2023 💬 | Cambridge - Corporate Leaders Group | Tuesday, 10/10/2023: 13:15h CET | Navigate the discourse with top-tier representatives from the Green Growth Group, EU institutions, and the business sector, commemorating a decade of the Green Growth Partnership (GGP). 🌐 Hybrid Event. 🎟️ Register Now.
  
  → Why is this 🔥? The Green Growth Summit 2023 encapsulates the juncture of policy, innovation, and industry alignment towards a sustainable future, marking 10 fruitful years of the Green Growth Partnership. As green growth garners substantial emphasis in global financial landscapes like the Union Budget 2023, delineating funds for green energy and clean water supply, the summit's discourse is pivotal for fostering a resilient green economy.

Wednesday, 10/11/2023

• 🖥️🎨 EuropeanaTech 2023: Embracing Digital Cultural Heritage 💬 | Europeana PRO | Wednesday, 10/11/2023 - Thursday, 12/10/2023 | Immerse in enriching dialogues with global tech leaders in The Hague, exploring the digital frontiers of cultural heritage. 🌐 Both on-site and virtual. 🎟️ On-site sold out, online Free
  
  → Why is this 🔥? The conference serves as a hub for tech-savvy individuals from around the globe, keen on redefining the digital realms of cultural heritage. This event echoes the dynamic transition of cultural heritage into digital spaces, ensuring its robust sustenance in the future. With a focus on AI and 3D technology, the conference highlights the evolving narrative of cultural heritage in today’s digital age. It's not just a conference, but a collaborative endeavor with the EuropeanaTech community, reflecting a strong trajectory of engagement and innovations in past editions held in Vienna, Paris, and Rotterdam.

• 💾 🧬 MIT Bioinformatics Seminar 👩‍🎓| MIT with Bogdan Pasaniuc | Wednesday, 10/11/2023: 5:30pm to 7:00pm CET |  Dive into the seminar on PSG performance for genomic prediction - analyzing data from two large BioBanks (All Of Us & UK Biobank).🌐 Virtual. 🎟️ Free.
  
  → Why is this 🔥? Bioinformatics is sculpting a new epoch in scientific inquiry and healthcare solutions. The field is soaring with a market poised to hit $18.7 billion, courtesy of technological and genetic advancements. With over $2.4 billion poured into biotech, including bioinformatics, by venture funds as of late 2022, the arena is ripe with innovation and opportunity. In 2023, the emphasis is on deciphering the secrets of single-cell 🧫 and single-molecule ⚛️ sequencing, alongside exploring spatial transcriptomics and immunotherapies ❣️ for cancer.

• 🤖💡 HAI Seminar with Nick Joseph Haber & Karl Deisseroth 👩‍🎓| Stanford University | Wednesday, 10/11/2023: 18:15h CET | Embark on a journey into the realms of autonomous agents and AI's intrinsic motivation, drawing parallels with human cognition. 🌐 In-person & Online. 🎟️ Free.
  
  → Why is this 🔥? Well, most likely there is no need to explain this but the quest for autonomous agents—AI systems capable of self-learning, decision-making, and goal-setting with minimal human intervention—echoes the intrinsic human motivations and evolving world comprehension. The burgeoning domain of autonomous AI, predicted to catapult from USD 4.8 billion in 2023 to USD 28.5 billion by 2028, underscores the global anticipation surrounding autonomous systems. Sounds little with recent funding rounds in Anthopic and co….

Thursday, 10/12/2023

• 📜 🧬 Policy Failures & Opportunities in 21st Century Biostrategies | Stanford | Thursday, 10/12/2023: 15:30h PT ⚡️ Friday 00:30 CEST | Explore the delicate realm of biosecurity with Stanford's bioengineer Drew Endy, as he unravels policy gaps in handling contemporary biotechnologies. 🌐 Both In-Person and Virtual. 🎟️ Free. 
  

  → Why is this 🔥? This discourse dives into the policy nuances around biosecurity in the face of evolving biotechnologies, a critical cog for a safer future. The event spotlights the need for robust policies amidst a rising tide of bio-innovations, ensuring they serve humanity responsibly. Recent biosecurity funding influx post-Covid-19 underscores the global urgency to address these policy voids, making this conversation a timely one ⏱️ .

Sunday, 10/15/2023

• 🚀 🤖 Fireside Chat with Qasar Younis, CEO of Applied Intuition | Hosted by Bilal Zuberi from Paklaunch | Sunday, 15/10/2023: 19:00 CEST | 🌐 Zoom. 🎟️ Free.
  
  → Why is this 🔥? Engage with Qasar Younis, a spearhead in autonomous systems, former COO of YCombinator, sharing invaluable insights on propelling global adoption of safe, intelligent machines. His company Applied Intuition, valued at $3.6B, facilitates teams in swiftly, securely, and efficiently bringing autonomous systems to market, marking significant strides towards a tech-forward future. With a robust funding of $350M backed by industry giants, it's a glimpse into the nexus of innovation and real-world solutions. 🚗💡

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All 40+ additional events happening this week from Quantum Walks, and virtual Astronomy Nights to AI Hackathon below…