

Russ Altman
Professor of bioengineering, genetics, and medicine at Stanford who hosts The Future of Everything, guiding conversations about science, technology, and their societal implications.
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Aug 27, 2024 • 26min
157. Communicating the Future: Defining Where We Want AI to Take Us
Russ Altman, a bioengineering professor at Stanford University and host of The Future of Everything podcast, shares insights on the intersection of AI and communication. He emphasizes that AI is not a threat but a tool to enhance our messages. The conversation touches on how AI can improve clarity in communications, especially for non-native speakers, and its role in crafting compelling grant proposals. Altman highlights the importance of passion in communication, urging us to prioritize understanding our message and audience to foster creativity and connection.

Apr 2, 2026 • 1h 30min
In Science We Trust? Understanding Americans’ Confidence In Science, Scientists, And Scientific Institutions
Mark Horowitz, Stanford electrical engineering professor and entrepreneur; Russ Altman, Stanford bioengineering professor and AI-in-medicine researcher; Arthur (Skip) Lupia, University of Michigan research leader on public trust. They debate how the internet and media reshape public confidence in science. They discuss why basic research needs protection, how polarization and social media erode trust, and practical fixes like transparency and better communication.

Jul 12, 2024 • 30min
The future of polymers
Learn about the future of polymers with guest Alberto Salleo, an expert in polymer science. They discuss the potential of organic polymers for flexible electronics, biodegradability, and recycling. Dive into the challenges of developing advanced polymer-based neuromorphic computing and the application of CryoEM in studying polymer structures.


