This summary was written by me for the monthly newsletter of futurizm.org and was published in July. You can access the publication link on this page. The original language is Turkish, and due to the length of the text, translation support was obtained from an AI tool, ChatGPT 4o.
A Compilation of Predictions: How Will the Future Arrive, What’s Next?
The publication of the book “What’s Next,” initially penned by Jim Al-Khalili in 2017 and translated by Tevfik Uyar, released by Domingo Publishing in 2022, leads us to once again understand that the futuristic mindset from 2017 to the present is indeed at a level that can direct humanity and that the imagination it holds, along with the human brain, is undoubtedly powerful.
The 240-page book, which you can finish in one breath, is a compilation of essays exploring the most exciting developments in science and their potential future impacts. The book, with contributions from various experts, delves into how these innovations could shape our world. Among these experts are prominent names such as Philip Ball, Gaia Vince, Adam Kucharski, Aarathi Prasad, Adam Rutherford, Naomi Climer, and Margaret A. Boden, who share their futuristic thoughts within their respective fields.
In the book “How Will the Future Arrive,” alongside the exciting developments in science, the potential impacts these developments could have on human life are also conveyed with a universal approach, which has been successfully achieved.
The book “How Will the Future Arrive” consists of five main sections, offering predictions about the future while also highlighting the following areas:
What’s Next? The Future of Our Planet
In this section, the search for extraterrestrial life and astrobiology is covered, along with space exploration technologies, human missions to Mars, and the colonization of other planets. Scientific predictions about how our planet and other celestial bodies might evolve in the future are also discussed.
What’s Next? The Future of Humans in Medicine and Genetics
This section is compiled with interesting predictions about personalized treatments based on genetic profiles, the development and production of artificial organs, and biomedical engineering. Additionally, you can read about how digital health services, which we are experiencing today, were predicted back in 2017. The future impacts of genetic engineering and medicine on human life are thoroughly examined.
The Online Future
The book addresses the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics in the online world, emphasizing their potential to revolutionize daily life. The ethical and societal challenges associated with these technologies are also explored. The future role of AI and robots, along with their impact on society, is comprehensively analyzed.
The Future of Industry – Engineering, Transportation, and Energy
Technologies that could transform renewable energy sources and energy production are highlighted towards the final sections of the book. Strategies for the industry to combat climate change and enhance energy efficiency are also discussed. This section explores how the industrial revolution will evolve in the future and the role of new energy sources.
The Distant Future and Time Travel
In its final section, the book discusses what the distant future might bring, how it could influence the human revolution, and what differences we might experience if time travel becomes possible. Speculative but scientifically grounded predictions about time travel and technological developments in the distant future are presented.
In this context, our book thoroughly examines how rapid advancements in science and technology could shape our future, offering insights into the societal, ethical, and economic impacts of technology. It serves as a guide to understanding the potential of scientific discoveries to transform our lives. Jim Al-Khalili’s work is an indispensable resource for science and technology enthusiasts.
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