Brian Greene, a professor of mathematics and physics at Columbia University, will discuss his new book, The Hidden Reality (January 2011). His area of research is superstring theory, which purports to give us a quantum theory of gravity as well as a unified theory of all forces and all matter.
IDEA Chairman Reed Hundt speech gave a speech at the June 29, 2011 OECD High Level Meeting entitled "The Internet Economy: Generating Innovation and Growth", in Paris, France. The aim of the High Level meeting was to reach a consensus on how best to ensure the continued growth and innovation of the Internet economy.
In her address to the OECD High Level Meeting on the Internet Economy, European Commission Vice President Neelie Kroes referenced the Aspen Institute IDEA project as one of the key forums which seeks to define "principles" for the Internet. Commissioner Kroes' complete speech is here:Internet Essentials
The Habits of Attention: Meditation, Concentration and the Frontiers of Neuroscience Featuring Amishi Jha, Geshe Lobsang Tenzin Negi in conversation with Todd Breyfogle and all attendees
The Future of Work examines the challenges to conventional notions of work and organization brought on by new digital technologies and trends. As the velocity of change increases, institutions and individuals must adapt. Yet many structures, including those in education, government, business and the economy, often remain rooted in the past.
Learning how to access, analyze, and create digital and media content with thoughtfulness and social responsibility is one of the key recommendations of the Knight Commission on the Information Needs of Communities in a Democracy, whose landmark report, Informing Communities, was issued last year.
Market Opportunities in the Global Information and Communications MarketsA Background Paper for the Aspen Institute International Digital Economy Accords (IDEA) Project
