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About Critical Conversations

Critical Conversations is an online series of topical fireside chats on current issues to the global professional engineering community. The series will bring together the thoughts of leading experts from across the Academy's networks including Fellows, awardees, and engineering partners.

Each session delves into critical topics shaping the future of engineering, providing valuable insights and fostering meaningful discussions. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with pioneering minds and contribute to conversations that impact the engineering landscape globally.

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Transport - How will we travel in a net zero world? Catch up of the critical conversation recording.
Energy: decarbonising equitably, effectively and democratically
How do we create engineers with the skills the world needs?
What’s next for nuclear power in the UK?
Artificial Intelligence - a critical technology for a critical time?
Future telecommunications - a critical technology for a critical time? - Critical Conversations
Engineering biology - a critical technology for a critical time? - Critical Conversations
Semiconductors - a critical technology for a critical time? - Critical Conversations
Quantum - a critical technology for a critical time? - Critical Conversations
How could neurotechnology reshape our lives? - Critical Conversations
End of life for data and the Internet of Things - Critical conversations
What works in diversity and inclusion? - Critical Conversations
Right to repair: how can we end built-in obsolescence? - Critical Conversations
Burning issue: how can we reduce the global impact of open waste burning? - Critical Conversations
What does inclusive leadership look like in 2021? - Critical Conversations
Tough decisions on net zero – what do engineers think? - Critical Conversations
The vital role of engineers in pandemic response and preparedness - Critical Conversations

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The Royal Academy of Engineering brings together experts from around the world to discuss and explore major areas our of work including innovation, talent & diversity, policy and public engagement.

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