Susan Hockfield

Susan Hockfield, the former president of MIT and a renowned neuroscientist, dives into her new book, exploring how biology can drive the next technological revolution. She discusses the innovative culture at MIT, sustainable energy solutions, and the revolutionary potential of 'living machines' in healthcare and environmental challenges. Hockfield emphasizes the need for collaboration between disciplines to tackle pressing issues like clean water and cancer detection, while expressing concern over declining trust in scientific expertise.