

Nathan Myhrvold: Tech’s Renaissance Man
72 snips Dec 2, 2024
Nathan Myhrvold, founder and CEO of Intellectual Ventures and former Chief Technology Officer at Microsoft, is a true modern renaissance man. He discusses everything from groundbreaking innovations in superconductors and cancer therapy to the exploration of dinosaurs and asteroids. The conversation delves into the evolution of AI, highlighting techno-optimism and the need for regulation amidst technological advancements. Myhrvold also touches on the importance of diversity in corporate leadership and the role of innovative energy solutions to combat climate change.
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Room-Temperature Superconductors
- Room-temperature superconductors have zero electrical resistivity, unlike typical conductors like copper.
- Increasing the temperature at which superconductors work could revolutionize many technologies.
Dinosaur Research
- Nathan Myhrvold researches dinosaur growth and size, particularly T-Rex.
- Dinosaurs were significantly larger than modern apex predators, raising questions about their growth.
Nuclear Power and Cancer Treatment
- Nathan Myhrvold co-founded TerraPower, a nuclear power company, with Bill Gates.
- TerraPower discovered a way to use nuclear waste for a new cancer treatment called targeted alpha therapy.