AI, Longevity, and Cognition Idea Jam + Mixer [Sponsored by Æthos]
Join ekkolápto for short talks, food, and an “idea jam” at Æthos Station, the new center of gravity for AI innovation in Boston, located in the heart of Kendall Square. We’ll be brainstorming new technologies for enhancing health, longevity, and cognition.
This event is a unique opportunity for students, researchers, entrepreneurs, artists, and all curious minds to come together, share ideas, and explore cutting-edge approaches to human optimization.
The session will feature brief presentations followed by an idea jam. Topics under consideration include the potential of olfaction and meditation for cognitive enhancement, BCI tech, wearable AI, rapamycin, nootropics, fasting, exercise, psychedelics, and biohacking. Whether you're a seasoned biohacker or just curious, this is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals and dive deep into the science of self-improvement.
All are welcome to apply to attend. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to expand your horizons and explore the future of human potential!
About our sponsors:
Æthos:
Æthos gathers leading innovators to invent the future of responsible artificial intelligence for humanity in a trusting, diverse community.
They are creating communities where roughly 100 leading entrepreneurs share values and resources in a single space while building “AI-first” companies that will reshape the world for generations to come.
Learn more about Æthos at: https://www.aethos.org
ekkolápto:
ekkolápto is an interdisciplinary research institute focused on modeling cognitive systems. Currently located in Miami, it will be moving to Cambridge, MA soon. In addition to hosting researchers, ekkolápto runs fellowships, hackathons, and exclusive conferences. Read more at https://www.ekkolapto.org.
Boston Astral Codex Ten:
Astral Codex Ten is a blog about figuring out how to distinguish truth from falsehood using insights from probability theory, cognitive science, and AI. It's written by Scott Alexander, a notable psychiatrist and author, with an active community of readers all around the world. You can find the Boston Astral Codex Ten meetup herep and join the mailing list on Google groups. A good guide to Scott Alexander can be found here.
🗓️ Schedule:
• 4:30PM to 5:00PM: Check-In
• 5:00PM to 5:30PM: Presentations by ekkolápto and Dan Elton Ph.D. which may or may not cover:
AI for longevity
synesthesia, meditation, olfaction
biohacking for aging and cognitive ability
• 5:30PM to 8:00PM: Food, idea jam, and networking