Expanse

Beyond Exponential

November 20-22 | Abu Dhabi

World's First Visioning of the Future with Exponential Tech

XPANSE, the world's first forum and visioning of the future with exponential technologies, is a groundbreaking global initiative based in Abu Dhabi bringing the world’s brightest minds and renowned technologists to ADNEC Center in Abu Dhabi, November 20-22, to crystallize the path to the future.

Hosted by ADQ, the Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company (Learn more about ADQ), and in partnership with the international think tank MATTER and ADNEC, XPANSE will convene 2,500 trailblazers, Nobel Laureates, industry leaders, CEOs, ministers, scientists, and internationally renowned thinkers to set the path for exponential technology fields spanning quantum, AI & AGI, genomics, exotic computing, embodied intelligence, Next-gen 2D matter, organoid intelligence, fusion energy, Brain-Machine interfaces, sentient cities, Future G and beyond.

Attend XPANSE

- Genomics - Synthetic Bio Intelligence - Next-gen Materials

Quantum - Brain 2.0 - Graphene - Genomics - Synthetic Bio Intelligence - Next-gen Materials

Organoid Intelligence - AGI - MATTERVERSE Sentient cities - Brain- Machine Interfaces - Exotic Computing - Fusion

Organoid Intelligence - AGI - MATTERVERSE

Quantum - Brain 2.0 - Graphene

Quantum - Brain 2.0 - Graphene - Genomics - Synthetic Bio Intelligence - Next-gen Materials

Organoid Intelligence - AGI - MATTERVERSE Sentient cities - Brain- Machine Interfaces - Exotic Computing - Fusion

- Brain Machine Interfaces - Exotic Computing - Fusion

Speakers

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Science

Innovation

Industry

Art & Design

Capital

Government

Dr. Steven Chu

Dr. Steven Chu

Nobel Laureate and Former U.S Secretary of Energy

Stanford University

Sir Roger Penrose

Sir Roger Penrose

Nobel Laureate

University of Oxford

Prof. Dan Shechtman

Prof. Dan Shechtman

Nobel Laureate and Professor of Materials Science

Iowa State University

Dr. Anton Zeilinger

Dr. Anton Zeilinger

Nobel Laureate in Quantum

University of Vienna

DR. SEAN CARROLL

DR. SEAN CARROLL

Best Selling Author and Homewood Professor

Johns Hopkins University

Sir Martin Sorrell

Sir Martin Sorrell

Founder of WPP and Executive Chairman

S4 Capital

DR. HIROSHI ISHII

DR. HIROSHI ISHII

Associate Director

MIT Media Lab

SIR RONALD COHEN

SIR RONALD COHEN

Co-founder and President

GSG Impact

Dr. ANIL SETH

Dr. ANIL SETH

Best Selling Author and Director

Centre for Consciousness Science, University of Sussex

DR. PAUL WEISS

DR. PAUL WEISS

UC Presidential Chair and Distinguished Professor

UCLA

Dr. Najwa Aaraj

Dr. Najwa Aaraj

CEO

TII

Cristina Gallach

Cristina Gallach

Former Under-Secretary-General

United Nations

More Speakers

Nuria Quesada Perez

Young Quantum Social Scientist

TUM Think Tank

Eden Castaneira Rios

Research Assistant and Tutor

TUM Think Tank

Dr. Bonnie Tsim

Head of Strategic Initiatives and Growth

ATLANT 3D

Martina Gschwendtner

Engagement Manager

McKinsey & Co

Patrick McSharry

Co-founder and CTO

Tehanu-Interspecies Money

Sara Sabry

CEO and Founder

Deep Space Initiative

Dr. Urs Gasser

Dean

TUM Quantum Social Lab

Dr. Filippo Castiglione

Executive Director of the Biotechnology Research Center

TII

Dr. Nik Gugger

Member

Swiss National Council

Themes at XPANSE 2024

THE NEW
INTELLIGENCE

The glory of artificial intelligence goes beyond generative AI and chatbots. In this transformative track, you get a bird's eye view of all horizons of the new intelligence.

Are you ready for
- AI
- Collective Intelligence
- AGI
- Synthetic Bio-Intelligence
- Organoid Intelligence
- Embodied Intelligence
and more…?

THE
MATTERVERSE

From spinach sending emails to the use of mushrooms' network for computational power, from self-repairing surfaces to artificial muscles...these advancements will usher in a new era of mastery of humanity over Matter.

Are you ready for
- Advanced Materials
- New-Gen Materials
- Meta Materials
- Graphene
- 2D Materials
- Low-Dimensional & Nano Materials
- Sustainable-By-Design Materials
and more…?

TRANSCENDING
BIOLOGY

The spectacle of transcending biology is not just about surpassing natural limits. Experience a broad perspective on how emerging technologies are expanding the future of biological existence.

Are you ready for:
- Genomics
- Synthetic BioTech
- Multi-Omics
- Brain-Machine Interfaces
- Precision Medicine
- CRISPR
and more…?

QUANTUM
WORLD

Take a deep dive into the world of quantum and everything you need to know about it. Hear from the global leaders in quantum from science, industry, startups, governments, and investment on the future of quantum, the state of the industry, and how it will impact many sectors like energy, pharma, banking, security, transportation, materials development, climate, and more.

Are you ready for
- Quantum Computing
- Quantum AI
- Quantum Sensing
- Quantum Communication & - Cryptography
and more…?

ULTIMATE
CONNECTIVITY

The vision of ultimate connectivity isn't confined to faster speeds and more efficient systems. It is reshaping our world, creating new dimensions of interaction and integration. How connected can we become?

Are you ready for
- 6G
- Future G
- Industry 5.0
- Sentient Cities
- Beyond IoT
- Sentient Surfaces
and more…?

EXOTIC
COMPUTE

Step into the future beyond traditional computing paradigms, and explore how exotic computing pioneers new forms of processing power from neuromorphic to quantum computing.

Are you ready for
- Exotic Compute
- Neuromorphic Compute
- Quantum Compute
and more…?

A 365-day Ecosystem-Building Engine

Unlike any other event, XPANSE is a transformation in the model of traditional convening combining 3 prongs: a powerful agenda-shaping forum with the world’s most credible visionary voices, an experiential immersive design combining multi-media and sensory experiences, and a 365-day ecosystem-building engine to activate and hatch opportunities at the cross-section of industry, science, investment, creativity and policy.

XPANSE is a strategic partnership between MATTER, ADNEC group and hosted by ADQ, the holding company based in Abu Dhabi, to enrich the international exponential technology landscape.

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A Partnership-Driven
Ecosystem Generator

His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan

Cabinet Member and Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence

His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan is the Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence in the new Cabinet announced in October 2017. His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan joined the Federal Government in 1990 and held a number of government portfolios including Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and held the position of Minister of Education, and Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development.

Since November 2019, His Excellency has held the position of Commissioner General of Expo 2020 Dubai, the first World Expo to be held in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region. His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan was also Chancellor of United Arab Emirates University from 1983 to 2013; Chancellor of Higher Colleges of Technology from 1988 to 2013; and President of Zayed University from 1998 to 2013. His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan received his education from theBritish Millfield School until the high secondary level before joining Magdalen College atOxford University-UK.

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HOST PARTNER

Established in 2018, ADQ is an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company with a diverse portfolio of major enterprises.

Its investments span key sectors of the UAE’s economy, including energy and utilities, food and agriculture, healthcare and life sciences, and transport and logistics, among others. As a strategic partner to the Government of Abu Dhabi, ADQ is dedicated to accelerating the transformation of the Emirate into a globally competitive and knowledge-based economy.

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HEADLINE PARTNER

The Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) is shaping a vibrant R&D ecosystem that positions Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE as key global technology players, supporting the nation’s transformation into a knowledge-based economy.

ATRC’s three subsidiaries play a critical role in the R&D value chain, with initiatives that have a global impact. ASPIRE, for instance, addresses critical technology challenges by launching ambitious global competitions that attract top-tier talent worldwide. The Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) is a prime example of advancing autonomous mobility by testing AI capabilities in extreme conditions and drawing attention from the global tech community. The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) is a melting pot of innovation, with 1,300 researchers from 84 countries engaging in cutting-edge research in fields such as AI, quantum computing, and cryptography. Notable among TII’s achievements is the UAE’s Falcon AI model series, contributing to open-source AI that reflects its leadership in applied research. Finally, VentureOne bridges the gap between research and industry by commercializing technologies supporting the UAE’s vision for a knowledge-based economy. Through the launches of AI71, STEERAI and QuantumGate, VentureOne delivers autonomous mobility innovations, advances cybersecurity in a quantum world and empowers partners with enhanced data control. Through scientific discoveries and pioneering applied research, ATRC exemplifies Abu Dhabi’s vision to become a global technology player that meets society’s most pressing needs and drives impactful applications across industries.

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