---------------------------- Original Message ---------------------------- Subject: Humanity+ - Future Science and Technology - 5-6 May 2012 - Melbourne From: "Adam A. Ford" &lt;tech101(a)gmail.com&gt; Date: Fri, March 23, 2012 9:52 am -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Humanity+ - Future Science and Technology - 5-6 May 2012 - Melbourne Join the conversation on Humanity+ Summit <http://hplusconf.com.au/> on 5-6th of May to explore the possibilities about how future science and technology is transforming us. *Register Now!*<http://hplusconf.com.au/#menu-14><http://www.facebook.com/Hu… <http://www.facebook.com/HumanityPlusMelbourne> <http://futureday.org/> What excites you about the future? What frightens you? How might the future change the way we live? And how might we change the way we live in the future? Speakers include bio-gerontologist Aubrey de Grey<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aubrey_de_Grey>ey>, media artist Natasha Vita-More<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natasha_Vita-More>re>, performance artist Selarc <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stelarc>, futurist Stuart Candy <http://longnow.org/people/associate/scandy48/> and many more<http://hplusconf.com.au/#menu-3> . The human species is at a unique stage in history - Scientific and technological progress is moving fast and is accelerating dramatically. Renowned inventor Ray Kurzweil predicts that technological paradigm shifts will become increasingly common, leading to "technological change so rapid and profound it represents a rupture in the fabric of human history". But what kind of change can we expect? There are many transformative technologies that look like they will have huge impacts on the way we live. However, the future is not laid out like a buffet in front of us, it is created by you, me and everyone else. What sort of future do you want? If you think through the possibilities of a particular technology, you can better appreciate the consequences of using it. The aim is to discern those changes which are likely to have a profound impact and those which are merely transient or fashionable. Humanity+ @ Melbourne <http://hplusconf.com.au/> (Victoria, Australia) explores how society might use and profit from a variety of creative and innovative thought. Join us for this adventurous journey into the future where you can make a difference. This conference will broaden and enhance your insight into the future along with the opportunities it presents. For further information contact: Adam A. Ford on 0412979977. (Facebook) <http://www.facebook.com/HumanityPlusMelbourne> ---END