#7 - Pat Pataranutaporn

Pat Pataranutaporn, a visionary technologist and researcher at MIT Media Lab, joins the show to discuss his groundbreaking work in synthetic virtual humans and synthetic biology. Pat delves into the fascinating worlds between our biological selves and the digital universe, from AI companions that enhance learning and mental wellness to wearable labs for space exploration. His insights offer a glimpse into the future of human-technology interaction and the ethical considerations that come with it.