Welcome to the Future

Respiratory diseases have always been among us, and this is not going to change. These diseases are easily contagious and can come from bacteria or a virus. They can also cause outbreaks and spread around the globe in a matter of weeks, as recently seen with COVID-19 pandemic.

Fighting climate change and reducing emissions are commonly related to the transport industry, mainly concerning private vehicles and large aircraft. Nevertheless, other sectors contribute significantly to pollution rates too. Several innovations are being developed by chemical companies to fight this problem, trying to reduce the carbon footprint in industrial production processes.

Advanced materials in the clothing industry offer enhanced comfort, durability, and sustainability, meeting the growing demand for high-performance and environmentally conscious apparel solutions. Jorge Barros is the founder and CEO of Graphene-X, a company specializing in technology-driven clothing and gear and known for using advanced materials to produce sustainable, high-performance products.

In our current era of unprecedented scientific, medical, and technological advancements, research on aging and the quest to prolong human life have captured widespread attention. As the average age of the world’s population continues to increase, there's a keen interest in understanding the biological, psychological, and social aspects involved in the human body’s aging process.

In today's world, where environmental awareness is rapidly growing and renewable energy technologies are advancing, green hydrogen has emerged as a crucial solution for sustainable development. Sarah Groot Shapel, a physicist and nanotechnologist, is leading the way as the founder and CEO of Nordic Hydrogen.