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Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017Preliminary Programme
Dalian, People's Republic of China 27-29 June
Global Agenda
Programme Icons
On the record
Interpretation
Webcast Session
Programme Co-Chairs
Jean Liu, President, Didi Chuxing, People's Republic of China; Young Global Leader
Alex Molinaroli, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Johnson Controls, USA
Shu Yinbiao, Chairman, State Grid Corporation of China, People's Republic of China
Vishal Sikka, Chief Executive Officer, Infosys, USA
Maria-Elena Torres-Padilla, Director, Institute of Epigenetics and Stem Cells, Helmholtz Zentrum München, Germany; Young Scientist
Xu Jinghong, Chairman, Tsinghua Holdings, People's Republic of China
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Monday 26 June
09.00 - 20.00Registration - CITIC Harbor City Marketing Center - Registration
registration
Registration Opens
The Registration Centre is located in the CITIC Harbour City Marketing Centre on Renmin East Road, 500 m from the Conference Centre. Forum shuttles 1 and 2 stop there.
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Tuesday 27 June
08.15 - 09.00Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
tai chi 1
Introduction to Tai ChiTai Chi is an ancient Chinese discipline of meditative movements that can improve health, mental clarity and overall well-being.
Start the day with an early morning introduction to the philosophy and practice of Tai Chi.
Led byZhang Yuxuan, Principal, Beijing Milun Traditional Kungfu, People's Republic of China
09.00 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
update/energy
Strategic Update: The Energy SystemFrom supergrids to subsidy cuts, the global energy landscape is transforming. How can the industry keep pace with new technological, regulatory and economic realities?
On the agenda:- Achieving a clean-energy transition- Implementing national energy reforms- Expanding decentralized, cross-border power
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Maxim Oreshkin, Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation; Young Global LeaderCharlotte Roule, Chief Executive Officer, ENGIE CHINA, ENGIE Group, FranceYang Xiaoping, President, BP (China) Holdings, People's Republic of China
Moderated byLi Sixuan, Anchor, China Central Television (CCTV), People's Republic of China
09.00 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
update/digital economy
Strategic Update: The Digital EconomyFrom augmented reality to machine learning, the global digital economy landscape is transforming. How can policy and business leaders keep pace with new technological, regulatory and economic realities?
On the agenda:- Designing human-machine interfaces- Collaborating on a universal digital identity- Defining the internet of things ecosystem
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Chen Liming, Chairman, IBM Greater China Group, IBM, People's Republic of ChinaVishal Lall, Senior Vice-President, Strategy and Ventures, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, USASun Pishu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Inspur Group, People's Republic of China
Moderated byUrs Gasser, Executive Director, Harvard Berkman Center for Internet & Society, USA
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Tuesday 27 June
09.15 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
update/finance
Strategic Update: The Financial SystemFrom geo-economic uncertainty to the rise of passive investing, the finance landscape is transforming. How can the industry keep pace with new technological, regulatory and economic realities?
On the agenda: - Navigating new geopolitical risks- Effective governance protocols and interconnected risks- Collaborating on blockchain technologies
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Bernhard Kotanko, Partner and Head, Asia-Pacific Region, Oliver Wyman (MMC), Hong Kong SARAxel P. Lehmann, Group Chief Operating Officer and Member of the Group Executive Board, UBS Group, SwitzerlandAnand S. Rao, Principal, US Advisory; Global Leader, Artificial Intelligence, PwC, USA
Moderated byLisa Jucca, Financial Columnist, Asia, Reuters Breakingviews, Hong Kong SAR
09.15 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
update/mobility
Strategic Update: The Mobility SystemFrom self-driving trucks to novel biomass fuels, the global mobility landscape is transforming. How can the industry keep pace with new technological, regulatory and economic realities?
On the agenda:- Developing autonomous-vehicle regulation- Data protocols for secure transport of people and goods- Designing safer, greener supply chains
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Introduced byJohn Moavenzadeh, Head of Mobility Industries and System Initiatives, Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum
Emilio Frazzoli, Founder and Chief Scientist, nuTonomy, USAStephen Ho, Chief Executive Officer, Greater China, Marriott International, Hong Kong SARChristian Lanng, Chief Executive Officer, Chairman and Co-Founder, Tradeshift.com, USAFrançois Provost, Chairman, Asia-Pacific Region; Senior Vice-President, China Operations, Groupe Renault, People's Republic of China
Moderated byR. May Lee, Dean, School of Entrepreneurship and Management, ShanghaiTech, People's Republic of China
09.30 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/silk road 1
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on the New Silk RoadFrom ancient trade routes to One Belt, One Road, explore the causes and consequences of deepened regional integration now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithIllah Nourbakhsh, Professor, Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University, USAMark Wu, Assistant Professor of Law, Harvard Law School, USA
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Tuesday 27 June
09.30 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
infectious disease
Fighting Infectious DiseaseHow might we develop new doorstep delivery models to fight infectious disease?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithShelly Batra, Co-Founder and President, Operation ASHA - Fighting Tuberculosis Worldwide, India; Social Entrepreneur
09.30 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
transformation/robotics
World in Transformation: Artificial Intelligence and RoboticsFrom machine vision to autonomous action, what breakthroughs are transforming the future of artificial intelligence and robotics?
Join this session to explore the Transformation Map on AI and Robotics, co-curated with KAIST.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithDavid Shim Hyun-Chul, Associate Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of Korea
09.30 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
countering terrorism
Countering Terrorism in the Digital AgeEncrypted communication has given terrorists a new tool to prepare attacks in secret, while social media gives them unprecedented public reach and capacity to mobilize. How can the public and the private sectors work together to advance new approaches in fighting terrorism in the digital age?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGadi Evron, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Cymmetria, IsraelDavid Scharia, Director, Chief of Branch, Counter Terrorism Executive Directorate (CTED), United Nations, New York
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Tuesday 27 June
09.30 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
edtech futures
The Promises and Pitfalls of Digitizing LearningFrom bot-teachers to the gamification of learning, the development of educational technology is on the rise. How can "edtech" be deployed to meet the needs of future educators and their students?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJi Xiaohua, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Guokr.com, People's Republic of China; Young Global LeaderZhang Yao, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, RoboTerra, USA; Young Global Leader
09.45 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
world war
Averting a Future World WarHistory has shown that when a rising power threatens to displace a ruling one, the most likely outcome is war. How can the United States and China avoid the "Thucydides Trap"?
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Introduced byW. Lee Howell, Head of Global Programming, Member of the Managing Board, World Economic Forum
Graham Allison, Director, Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, USA
09.45 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
diamond sensors
Ask About: Diamond SensorsExplore how diamond-based semiconductors can be used as sensors in drug delivery, immunological testing and regenerative medicine.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithMutsuko Hatano, Professor, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan
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Tuesday 27 June
09.45 - 10.30Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
bio lab/future food
Future of Life: NutritionFrom insect protein to lab-grown meat, how is technology providing new perspectives on feeding a planet of 10 billion?
Explore the possible, plausible and probable impacts of biological aspects of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithDavid Perry, Chief Executive Officer and Director, Indigo Agriculture, USA
Facilitated byAllison Aubrey, Correspondent, National Public Radio, USA
10.30 - 10.40Dalian International Conference Center - Plenary Hall
welcome
Welcome to the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Welcoming Remarks byDavid Aikman, Chief Representative Officer, Greater China, Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum Beijing Representative OfficeChen Qiufa, Governor of Liaoning Province, People's Republic of China
10.40 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Plenary Hall
opening
Opening Plenary
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Chaired byKlaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman, World Economic Forum
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Tuesday 27 June
11.30 - 13.00Dalian International Conference Center - Village
tuesday lunch
Community Lunch
Participants are cordially invited to a buffet lunch in the Village within the Dalian International Conference Center.
11.45 - 12.15Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
clean coal
Ask About: Clean CoalExplore how clean coal technologies could mitigate harmful carbon dioxide emissions.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGao Xiang, Professor, Zhejiang University, People's Republic of China
12.00 - 12.45Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
refugee insights
Empower and Reunite – Technology for RefugeesHuman displacement is a phenomenon as old as humankind, pressing today as never before. Explore how new technologies can help empower and reunite hundreds of thousands of refugees.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Tarun Khanna, Jorge Paulo Lemann Professor, Harvard Business School, USA; Young Global Leader AlumnusDavid Mikkelsen Troensegaard, Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer, Refugees United (REFUNITE), USA; Social Entrepreneur
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Tuesday 27 June
12.30 - 13.15Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
smog free tower 1
Behind the Scenes: Smog Free TowerCould polluted air be a thing of the past? Visit the Smog Free Tower with artist and creator Daan Roosegaarde to learn more about the vision behind the world's largest smog vacuum cleaner.
Limited interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USADaan Roosegaarde, Artist and Innovator, Studio Roosegaarde, Netherlands; Young Global Leader
12.30 - 13.00Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
transformation/entrepreneurship
World in Transformation: EntrepreneurshipFrom corporate intrapreneurship to social impact, what drivers are transforming the future of entrepreneurship?
Join this session to explore the Transformation Map on Entrepreneurship, co-curated with the National University of Singapore.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithWong Poh-Kam, Director, NUS Entrepreneurship Centre, National University of Singapore, Singapore
12.30 - 13.00Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
brain-machine interfaces
Ask About: Brain-Machine InterfacesExplore how to empower the next generation of brain-machine interfaces with wireless technology.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithTimothy Constandinou, Reader in Neural Microsystems, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
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Tuesday 27 June
12.30 - 13.15Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
clean technologies
The Next Generation of Clean TechnologiesFrom renewable energy certification to sustainably sourced product verification, how could blockchain’s ledger system unleash a clean revolution?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithDon Tapscott, Adjunct Professor of Management, Joseph L. Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto, Canada
Facilitated byJim Leape, William and Eva Price Senior Fellow, and Co-Director of the Center for Oceans Solutions, Stanford University, USA
12.30 - 13.15Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
4ir tech/blockchain
Human-Centred High-Tech: BlockchainBlockchain technology has the potential to transform a range of domains, from financial and logistical to governmental and humanitarian. What protocols, partnerships and practices can address the policy dilemmas and unintended consequences of distributed ledger technology, and ensure the benefits are widely shared?
This session supports the work of the Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in San Francisco.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Discussion LeadersLee Xiaodong, President and Chief Executive Officer, China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC), People's Republic of China; Young Global LeaderAdam Ludwin, Chief Executive Officer, Chain, USACatherine Mulligan, Co-Director, Centre for Cryptocurrency Research and Engineering, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
Moderated byBrian Behlendorf, Executive Director, Hyperledger, Linux Foundation, USA; Young Global Leader
12.30 - 13.15Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
update/health
Strategic Update: Health and Healthcare SystemFrom precision medicine to digital doctors, the global healthcare landscape is transforming. How can the industry keep pace with new technological, regulatory and economic realities?
On the agenda: - Accessing new technologies and technologies for access- Implementing value-based-healthcare- Exploring global models for pharmaceutical pricing
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Arvan Chan, Vice-President, International Markets, Centene Corporation, USASean Duffy, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Omada Health, USA; Global ShaperKim Stratton, Head, International Commercial, Shire International, Switzerland
Moderated byVivienne Parry, Head of Engagement, Genomics England, United Kingdom
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Tuesday 27 June
12.45 - 13.30Dalian International Conference Center - Robot Maker Space
robot maker space 1
Design by Doing: Build Your First RobotDesign, build and experiment with handmade robots and find out how they will be part of our future.
Participants can also visit the Robot Maker Space outside scheduled session times. This learning experience was developed in partnership with Infosys and Carnegie Mellon University.
12.45 - 13.30Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
bio lab/species
Future of Life: SpeciesFrom synthetic biology to genome editing, how are new technologies changing our definition of species?
Explore the possible, plausible and probable impacts of biological breakthroughs in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJi Weizhi, Director, Yunnan Key Laboratory of Primate Biomedical Research, Institute of Primate Translational Medicine, Kunming University of Science and Technology, People's Republic of China
Facilitated byJoe Palca, Science Correspondent, NPR, USA
12.45 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
update/production
Strategic Update: The Production SystemFrom advanced robotics to augmented reality, the global manufacturing landscape is transforming. How can the industry keep pace with new technological, regulatory and economic realities?
On the agenda:- Scaling smart manufacturing- Implementing national industrial policies- Addressing the trade-offs of green industrialization
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Neil C. Hawkins, Chief Sustainability Officer and Corporate Vice-President, Dow Chemical Company, USATharman Shanmugaratnam, Deputy Prime Minister and Coordinating Minister for Economic and Social Policies of SingaporeVishal Sikka, Chief Executive Officer, Infosys, USA; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017Zhang Yao, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, RoboTerra, USA; Young Global Leader
Moderated byErica Fuchs, Professor of Engineering and Public Policy, Carnegie Mellon University, USA; Young Scientist
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Tuesday 27 June
12.45 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
cna/china consumption
The Global Impact of China's Consumer ClassIn 2016, 20% of global GDP growth was generated by Chinese domestic consumption. China will contribute more than any other country to global consumer expenditure growth from now until 2030. How are China's consumers changing, and how will they change the world economy?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Product sharing and leasing- Intelligent asset tracking- Drone delivery for e-commerce
This session was developed in partnership with Channel News Asia.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be closed at the scheduled time.
Dai Wei, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, OFO Bike, People's Republic of ChinaLiu Shijin, Vice-Chairman, China Development Research Foundation, People's Republic of ChinaPan Gang, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group, People's Republic of ChinaYan Xuan, President, Greater China, Nielsen, People's Republic of ChinaZeng Qinghong, Chairman, Guangzhou Auto Industry Group, People's Republic of China
Moderated byXueling Lin, Executive Producer, Channel NewsAsia, SingaporeXueling Lin, Executive Producer, Channel NewsAsia, Singapore
13.15 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
spaces of hope
Public Art: Spaces of HopeExplore with Iranian street artist Mehdi Ghadyanloo how art can transform places of despair into spaces of hope.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Mehdi Ghadyanloo, Artist, Painter and Public Artist, Islamic Republic of Iran
13.15 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
risk capital
Venturing with Risk CapitalHow might we use risk capital differently to accelerate entrepreneurship in emerging markets?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithDamian Polok, Relationship Manager, Bank of China, People's Republic of China
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Tuesday 27 June
13.15 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
pollution
Ask About: Pollution RemediationExplore how to harness the power of plants to remove pollutants from soil.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithHe Yan, Professor, Zhejiang University, People's Republic of China
13.15 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
platform business models
Thriving on PlatformsHow might we develop new platform business models that leverage the latest data and technology available?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithSrikar Reddy Palem, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Sonata Software, India
13.15 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
tokyo tech/digital future
Sensors, Simulations and Supercomputing with Tokyo Institute of TechnologyDiscover new ideas and insights with leading researchers in the IdeasLab.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
The presentation will be available on demand on the Forum video channel and TopLink after the meeting.
Discussion LeadersMutsuko Hatano, Professor, Tokyo Institute of Technology, JapanSatoshi Matsuoka, Professor, Tokyo Institute of Technology, JapanMisako Takayasu, Associate Professor, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan
Facilitated byEd Gerstner, Regional Editorial Director, Greater China, Springer Nature, People's Republic of China
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Tuesday 27 June
13.15 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - xChange
hkust/drones
The New Drone Economy with Hong Kong University of Science and TechnologyHow can engineers, business leaders and policy-makers unleash the full potential of civilian drones for tomorrow's commerce?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Emerging applications, technology trends and technical hurdles- Opportunities and disruptions for business operations and supply chain management- Evolving regulatory needs and roadblocks
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Discussion LeadersTim Kwang Ting Cheng, Dean of Engineering; Chair Professor of Electronics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong SARStephen Creamer, Director, Air Navigation Bureau, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), MontrealGuillermo Gallego, Department Head; Chair Professor of Industrial Engineering and Logistics Management, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong SARJana Rosenmann, Senior Vice-President; Head, Unmanned Aerial Systems, Airbus Defence and Space, GermanyShen Shaojie, Assistant Professor of Electronic and Computer Engineering, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong SAR
Facilitated byGareth Mitchell, Lecturer, Broadcast Communication, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
13.45 - 14.15Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/cities 1
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on CitiesFrom economic growth to environmental collapse, explore the causes and consequences of emerging megacities now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USAZhang Jianyu, Chief Representative, Environmental Defense Fund, People's Republic of China
13.45 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
global cooperation
Transforming Global Development CooperationThe Chinese government's pledges to assist developing nations through investment, infrastructure and climate change projects reach a volume of several billion dollars. How might global cooperation change as the country rapidly becomes an emerging player in the humanitarian and development ecosystem?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithWang Xingzui, Vice-Chairman, China Foundation for Poverty Alleviation, People's Republic of China
Facilitated bySimon O'Connell, Executive Director, Mercy Corps, United Kingdom
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Tuesday 27 June
13.45 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
cybersecurity crisis
Confronting the Cybersecurity CrisisFrom ransomware to zero day vulnerabilities, new risks are forcing countries and companies to rethink their cybersecurity frameworks. How can public and private actors collaborate to create a secure cyber world?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithAntonio Samaritani, Director-General, The Agency for Digital Italy, ItalyArun Mohan Sukumar, Head, Cyber Initiative, Observer Research Foundation (ORF), India
13.45 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
4ir tech/neurotechnology
Human-Centred High-Tech: NeurotechnologyAdvances in brain science mean more effective therapeutics for brain-related illnesses, while fundamentally impacting how we think, behave and self-identify. What protocols, partnerships and practices can address the ethical dilemmas and unintended side-effects of brain technology, and ensure the benefits are widely shared?
This session supports the work of the Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in San Francisco.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Discussion LeadersRonen Gadot, Chief Executive Officer, ElMindA, IsraelBjarte Reve, Chief Executive Officer, Nansen Neuroscience Network, Norway; Young Global Leader
Facilitated byI-han Chou, Senior Editor, Nature, USA
13.45 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
update/consumption
Strategic Update: The Consumption SystemFrom changing demographics to new channels such as virtual and augmented reality, global consumption is transforming. How can businesses keep pace with new technological, regulatory and economic realities?
On the agenda:- Redefining real and virtual consumer identities- Responding to protectionism as e-commerce goes global
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Meron Gribetz, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Meta Company, USALin Chen, Assistant Professor of Marketing, China Europe International Business School, People's Republic of ChinaRashid Aleem Qureshi, Chairman; Chief Executive Officer, Greater China Region, Nestlé (China), People's Republic of China
Moderated byCharles Hayes, Managing Director, China; Partner, IDEO, People's Republic of China
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Tuesday 27 June
13.45 - 14.15Dalian International Conference Center - Briefing Centre
briefing/china's leadership
China: The Next World Leader?From trade agreements to climate change, China is signalling its readiness to take on a more prominent global leadership role. Is China ready to lead the world economy?
The Briefing Centre is located in the Media Village.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
14.00 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
antibiotic resistance
Ask About: Antibiotic ResistanceExplore how to track and predict drug-resistant infections using big data.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithCéire Costelloe, Lecturer, Department of Medicine, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
14.00 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
ask about/mental health
Ask About: Mental HealthOne in four people in the world will be affected by a mental health condition at some point in their lives. Learn about the latest research on mental health.
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Tuesday 27 June
14.15 - 15.00Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
bio-inspired design
Bio-Inspired Design
Investigate how designers and entrepreneurs are fast-tracking biological, material and digital innovation by developing nature-inspired solutions to humanity's challenges.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Juan Carlos Castilla-Rubio, Chairman, Space Time Ventures, BrazilDaan Roosegaarde, Artist and Innovator, Studio Roosegaarde, Netherlands; Young Global Leader
Moderated bySusan Goldberg, Editorial Director, National Geographic Partners, USA
14.15 - 15.15Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
new scientist/artificial intelligence
Artificial Intelligence UnleashedArtificial intelligence platforms are transforming the way businesses and governments interact with customers and constituents. As we grant more autonomy to AI to make choices on our behalf, how do we make sure it decides in our best interest?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Unpacking filter algorithms- Avoiding learned bias- Embedding diversity
This session was developed in partnership with New Scientist.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Pascale Fung, Professor, Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong SARVishal Sikka, Chief Executive Officer, Infosys, USA; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017Wendell Wallach, Scholar, Interdisciplinary Center for Bioethics, Yale University, USAYa-Qin Zhang, President, Baidu.com, People's Republic of China
Moderated bySumit Paul-Choudhury, Editor-in-Chief, New Scientist, United Kingdom
14.15 - 15.15Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
yicai/china financial reforms
The Global Implications of China's Financial ReformsWhat impact will China's financial market development have on the global financial and monetary system?
Dimensions to be addressed:- China’s financial market opening- Risks and challenges: shadow banking, debt market and new technology- Financial regulatory framework
This session was developed in partnership with Yicai Media Group.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be closed at the scheduled time.
Eswar Prasad, Professor, Cornell University, USAJP Rangaswami, Chief Data Officer, Deutsche Bank, United KingdomJing Ulrich, Managing Director and Vice-Chairman, Asia-Pacific, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Hong Kong SAR
Moderated byYang Yanqing, Deputy Editor-in-Chief, China Business News, People's Republic of China
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Tuesday 27 June
14.30 - 15.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
rural innovation
Fostering Rural InnovationHow might we foster rural innovation by fusing modern technology and traditional solutions?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithUtkarsh Amitabh, Manager, Central Government, Public Policy, Microsoft Corporation India, India; Global Shaper
14.30 - 15.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
blockchain for humanitarian finance
Unlocking Blockchain for Humanitarian FinanceHow might we use blockchain technology to transform humanitarian finance?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithBrian Behlendorf, Executive Director, Hyperledger, Linux Foundation, USA; Young Global Leader
15.00 - 15.45Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
robot maker space workshop 1
Designing for Human and MachineLearn how to build robots, and explore and imagine a future that is more convivial to integrating robots into human life.
This experience was developed in partnership with Infosys and Carnegie Mellon University.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithBrian Ballard, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Upskill, USA
Facilitated byIllah Nourbakhsh, Professor, Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
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Tuesday 27 June
15.00 - 15.45Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
china in depth/infrastructure
China in Depth: Mega Infrastructure ProjectsOver the next 10 years, China plans to move 250 million people into the country's rapidly growing megacities. How will policy-makers and businesses implement the required large-scale city projects?
Come to the Transformation Hub for an in-depth exploration of China's critical social and economic challenges.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithLin Xuchu, Chairman, CF Capital, People's Republic of ChinaZhao Yan, Chairwoman, Bloomage BioTechnology, People's Republic of China
Facilitated byJiao Xiaoping, Director-General, China Public Private Partnerships Center, People's Republic of China
15.00 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
kaist/future materials
Materials of the Future with Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)Discover new ideas and insights with leading researchers in the IdeasLab.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
The presentation will be available on demand on the Forum video channel and TopLink after the meeting.
Introduced byShin Sung-Chul, President, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of Korea
Discussion LeadersHye Ryung-Byon, Assistant Professor, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of KoreaKim Shin-Hyun, Associate Professor, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of KoreaSheng Li, Assistant Professor, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of Korea; Young Scientist
Facilitated byGareth Mitchell, Lecturer, Broadcast Communication, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
15.00 - 15.45Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
measuring progress
A New Measure of Economic ProgressGDP is widely considered an outdated measure of economic activity that fails to account for the natural, human and physical capital of nations. What would a more inclusive definition of economic progress look like?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Opening Remarks byRichard Samans, Head of the Centre for the Global Agenda, Member of the Managing Board, World Economic Forum
Kate Raworth, Author and Senior Visiting Research Associate, Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford, United KingdomManuel Rybach, Global Head, Public Affairs and Policy; Global Head, Corporate Citizenship, Credit Suisse Group, Switzerland
Moderated byKeith Bradsher, Shanghai Bureau Chief, New York Times, USA
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Tuesday 27 June
15.00 - 15.30Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
thinking ahead/urban slums
Thinking Ahead: Transforming Urban SlumsWhat does one man’s goal of transforming urban slums into next-generation micro-cities tell us about the future of inclusive design and urban planning?
The Thinking Ahead sessions spotlight members of the Social Engagement communities to share their unconventional ideas and bold initiatives that could change the world and reshape our common future.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
15.15 - 15.45Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/oceans 1
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on OceansFrom illegal fishing to marine pollution, explore the causes and consequences of man-made changes to water resources now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithKristen Marhaver, Marine Biologist, Caribbean Research and Management of Biodiversity (CARMABI) Research Station, Netherlands Antilles; Young ScientistGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
15.15 - 16.00Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
spectrum/tradition innovation
Across the Spectrum: Tradition and InnovationExplore and exchange stories of the unseen and surprising dynamics between tradition and innovation.
The Spectrum series features artists and scientists challenging conventional wisdom and lending their insight to contested issues of today.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithDavid Gann, Vice-President, Innovation, Imperial College London, United KingdomHao Jingfang, Writer, China Development Research Foundation, People's Republic of China
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Tuesday 27 June
15.30 - 16.00Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
quantum computing
Ask About: Quantum ComputingExplore how to trap individually charged atoms and place them in a special quantum state, in a step towards quantum computers.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJonathan Home, Professor, ETH Zurich, Switzerland
15.30 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
korean peninsula
Security Outlook for the Korean PeninsulaUncertainty over the Korean Peninsula has increased as a result of North Korea's continued missile testing. How might the region respond to future provocations?
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Ken Jimbo, Associate Professor, Keio University, JapanLee Geun, Professor of International Relations, Graduate School of International Studies; Vice-President and Dean, Office of International Affairs, Seoul National University, Republic of KoreaWang Dong, Professor, Peking University, People's Republic of China; Secretary General, Academic Committee, The Pangoal Institution.
Moderated byRajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan, Senior Fellow and Head, Nuclear and Space Policy Initiative, Observer Research Foundation (ORF), India
15.45 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
open government
Open Government
How can governments balance the freedom of information and privacy to enable better government practices with open data?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithCostanza Gallo, Curator of the Global Shapers Rome Hub, Italy
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Tuesday 27 June
15.45 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
rethinking mobility
Rethinking Mobility
How might we implement an ecosystem that enables the mass adoption of electric vehicles in emerging markets?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithChetan Maini, Vice-Chairman, SUN Mobility, India; Young Global Leader
15.45 - 16.45Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
gender parity
Bridging the Gender DivideFrom automation to the rise of flexible work, the shifting employment landscape will carry important gender implications. What approaches hold the greatest potential to make gender parity a reality in the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Sanjeev Chatrath, Managing Director; Region Head, Asia, Financial and Risk, Thomson Reuters, Hong Kong SARPascale Fung, Professor, Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong SARJoshua Hoffman, Chief Executive Officer, Zymergen, USALindiwe Mazibuko, Leader of the Opposition, Parliament of South Africa (2011-2014); Young Global Leader
Moderated byJason Li Yat-Sen, Director, The George Institute for Global Health, People's Republic of China
15.45 - 16.45Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
cnbc africa/china clean tech
China's Clean Tech RevolutionAfter transforming from the world's biggest polluter to its largest renewable energy market, what are the global implications of China's clean technology revolution?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Low-carbon urban infrastructure- Renewable energy expansion- Carbon markets and green finance uptake
This session was developed in partnership with CNBC Africa.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be closed at the scheduled time.
Liu Dashan, Chairman and Secretary of the Party Committee, China Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Group (CECEP), People's Republic of ChinaAlex Molinaroli, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Johnson Controls, USA; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017Shu Yinbiao, Chairman, State Grid Corporation of China, People's Republic of China; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017
Moderated byBronwyn Nielsen, Editor-in-Chief and Executive Director, CNBC Africa, South Africa
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Tuesday 27 June
16.00 - 17.45Dalian International Conference Center - -
dalian cultural tour 2
Dalian Cultural Tour: Chinese Tea CultureDuring this journey into the essence of the extensive and profound Chinese tea culture, participants will be introduced to the art, etiquette and traditions of tea-making and tasting. Experience the reserve, inclusiveness and peace of the Chinese tea culture.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. The number of participants is limited to 20 per tour. Buses depart from Dalian International Conference Center.
Additional tours will take place on Wednesday 28 June (09.00 - 10.45, 16.00 - 17.45) and Thursday 29 June (09.00 - 10.45).
To reserve a seat, please RSVP to [email protected] or by telephone to Zhang Yibin at +86 18840831799 or Liu Xin at +86 18841171361
16.00 - 18.00Dalian International Conference Center - -
dalian cultural tour 1
Dalian Cultural Tour: Traditional Chinese MedicineDuring this journey into traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), participants will visit an exhibit (antiques, precious medicinal herbs, plant specimens), meet with Chinese doctors, have an opportunity to experience TCM therapy (pulse diagnosis, massage, acupuncture) and taste Chinese medicinal food such as home-made herbal pastry and medicinal tea.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. The number of participants is limited to 20 per tour. Buses depart from Dalian International Conference Center.
Additional tours will take place on Wednesday 28 June (09.00 - 10.30, 16.00 - 18.00) and Thursday 29 June (09.00 - 10.30).
To reserve a seat, please RSVP to [email protected] or to Zhang Yibin at +86 18840831799 or to Liu Xin at +86 18841171361
16.15 - 16.45Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/energy 1
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on EnergyFrom subsidy reforms to decreasing production costs, explore the causes and consequences of renewable energy deployment now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithLachlan Blackhall, Adjunct Lecturer and Researcher, Australian National University, AustraliaIllah Nourbakhsh, Professor, Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
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Tuesday 27 June
16.15 - 16.45Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
transformation/illicit economy
World in Transformation: Illicit EconomyFrom transnational criminal networks to digital piracy, what factors are driving the persistence of the illicit economy?
Join this session to explore the Transformation Map on Illicit Economy, co-curated with the Global Initiative against International Crime.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithMark H. Shaw, Director, The Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime, Switzerland
16.15 - 16.45Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
cell behaviour
Ask About: Cell BehaviourExplore how optogenetics is elucidating how cells decide when to differentiate, move, grow and die, and how diseases such as cancer affect signalling processes.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJared Toettcher, Assistant Professor, Princeton University, USA
16.15 - 17.00Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
curious mind/empathy
The Benefits of a Curious Mind: Enhancing EmpathyCuriosity has the power to expand a person's worldview and strengthen the capacity to connect with others. How does one cultivate a curious mind to enhance empathy?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithMehdi Ghadyanloo, Artist, Painter and Public Artist, Islamic Republic of IranJodi Halpern, Professor of Bioethics and Medical Humanities, University of California, Berkeley, USA
Facilitated byAndrea Bandelli, Executive Director, Science Gallery International, Ireland
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Tuesday 27 June
16.15 - 17.00Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
trust in science
In Science We Trust?
From climate change denial to vaccine scepticism, science is increasingly under attack. How can the scientific world rethink its approach to public engagement in a “post-truth” era?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Mariette DiChristina, Editor-in-Chief, Scientific American, USAImran Khan, Head, Public Engagement, Wellcome Trust, United KingdomLu Bai, Professor, Medical School, Tsinghua University, People's Republic of ChinaSumit Paul-Choudhury, Editor-in-Chief, New Scientist, United Kingdom
Moderated byJoe Palca, Science Correspondent, NPR, USA
16.15 - 17.00Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
4ir tech/cross-border data
Human-Centred High-Tech: Global Data FlowsA new age of digital trade brings opportunities as well as questions about the treatment of cross-border data flows, data localization and associated issues. What protocols, partnerships and practices can address the policy dilemmas and unintended consequences of instantaneous, cross-border data flows, and ensure the benefits are widely shared?
This session is related to the work of the Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in San Francisco.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Introduced byMurat Sönmez, Head, Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Member of the Managing Board, World Economic Forum
Yasushi Akahoshi, President, Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), JapanHusayn Kassai, Chief Executive Officer, Onfido, United Kingdom
Moderated byMark Wu, Assistant Professor of Law, Harvard Law School, USA
16.30 - 17.15Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
sleep science
The Science of Sleep
Feeling jet-lagged? Why do all animals and humans need to sleep? How does the brain control whether we are tired or awake? Sleep, an essential part of our lives, remains one of neuroscience's greatest mysteries.
Join a conversation with Masashi Yanagisawa, Director of the International Institute for Integrative Sleep Medicine at the University of Tsukuba, to learn about the latest discoveries in the neurobiology of sleep and why they matter.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Moderated byAllison Aubrey, Correspondent, National Public Radio, USA
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Tuesday 27 June
16.30 - 17.00Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
co-chair/liu
Pioneering the Sharing EconomyJoin a conversation with Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017 Co-Chair Jean Liu, President of Didi Chuxing, the world's leading ride-hailing service, on pioneering and scaling up China’s sharing economy to the global arena.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
WithJean Liu, President, Didi Chuxing, People's Republic of China; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017; Young Global Leader
Moderated byXue Lan, Dean, School of Public Policy and Management (SPPM), Tsinghua University, People's Republic of China
16.45 - 18.00Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
erc/epigenetics
Exploring Epigenetics with the European Research CouncilDiscover new ideas and insights with leading researchers in the IdeasLab.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
The presentation will be available on demand on the Forum video channel and TopLink after the meeting.
Introduced byJean-Pierre Bourguignon, President, European Research Council, Brussels
Discussion LeadersUeli Grossniklaus, Professor of Plant Developmental Genetics, University of Zurich, SwitzerlandJ. Andrew Pospisilik, Group Leader, Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics, GermanyMaria-Elena Torres-Padilla, Director, Institute of Epigenetics and Stem Cells, Helmholtz Zentrum München, Germany; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017; Young Scientist
Facilitated byVivienne Parry, Head of Engagement, Genomics England, United Kingdom
16.45 - 17.15Dalian International Conference Center - Briefing Centre
briefing/european politics
Issue Briefing: European Political OutlookElections in Europe have tested the resilience of the European Union and signalled the direction of future reform agendas. How will Europe's latest and future elections shape the region, and how will that impact the rest of the world?
The Briefing Centre is located in the Media Village.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Tyler Cowen, Professor of Economics, George Mason University, USACarla Ruocco, Member of Parliament of Italy
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Tuesday 27 June
17.00 - 17.30Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
energy storage
Ask About: Energy StorageExplore how hydro-pump storage technologies are revolutionizing renewable energy deployment and precipitating a tipping point in the clean energy transition.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithMatthew Stocks, Fellow, Australian National University, Australia
17.15 - 18.15Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
smart cities
The Smart City RevolutionMore compact, connected and coordinated cities can dramatically shrink environmental pressures while improving life quality and economic competitiveness. With smart city projects on the rise globally, what policies, business models and technologies show the greatest promise?
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Nicholas Allen, Non-Executive Chairman, Link Real Estate Investment Trust (LINK REIT), Hong Kong SARThaddeus Arroyo, Chief Executive Officer, Business Solutions and International, AT&T, USALiu Jiren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Neusoft Corporation, People's Republic of ChinaAlex Molinaroli, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Johnson Controls, USA; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017Sandra Wu Wen-Hsiu, Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer, Kokusai Kogyo, Japan
Moderated byWeiwen Han, Regional Managing Director, Greater China, Bain & Company, Hong Kong SAR
17.15 - 18.15Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
china science
Dragon Science
China's spending on R&D surpasses that of the European Union and is expected to overtake the US by the end of the decade. How will China’s rise as a global science leader shape the future of science?
This session was developed in partnership with The-Intellectual.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Jean-Pierre Bourguignon, President, European Research Council, BrusselsR. May Lee, Dean, School of Entrepreneurship and Management, ShanghaiTech, People's Republic of ChinaWang Jian, President and Co-Founder, BGI, People's Republic of ChinaWang Yifang, Professor, Institute of High Energy Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, People's Republic of China
Moderated byLu Bai, Professor, Medical School, Tsinghua University, People's Republic of China
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Tuesday 27 June
17.30 - 18.15Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
smog free tower 2
Behind the Scenes: Smog Free TowerCould polluted air be a thing of the past? Visit the Smog Free Tower with artist and creator Daan Roosegaarde to learn more about the vision behind the world's largest smog vacuum cleaner.
Limited interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USADaan Roosegaarde, Artist and Innovator, Studio Roosegaarde, Netherlands; Young Global Leader
17.30 - 18.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
healthcare
Providing Healthcare for AllHow might we use technology more effectively to provide basic healthcare to 2 billion people who don’t have access today?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJeroen Tas, Chief Innovation and Strategy Officer, Royal Philips, Netherlands
17.30 - 18.15Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
rethinking economics 1
Rethinking Economics for the Real WorldVoters have shown little interest in advice from economists in recent elections. What disruptions from the sciences can make economics more relevant?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithMisako Takayasu, Associate Professor, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan
Facilitated byFabrizio Pagani, Head, Office of the Minister of Economy and Finance of Italy
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Tuesday 27 June
17.30 - 18.15Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
global health
Responding to Global Health RisksAt the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2017, a group of countries, funding organizations and pharmaceutical companies launched the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), an initiative devoted to readying pandemic defences before a major outbreak. How can innovative partnerships and emerging technologies transform the response to global health threats?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Seth F. Berkley, Chief Executive Officer, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, GenevaDing Sheng, Dean, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Tsinghua University, People's Republic of ChinaJason Li Yat-Sen, Director, The George Institute for Global Health, People's Republic of China
Moderated byI-han Chou, Senior Editor, Nature, USA
17.30 - 18.15Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
storage transformation
The Transformation of Energy StorageBattery storage is predicted to grow 250-fold by 2030, yet the advanced materials needed in their manufacture are in chronically short supply. How could partnerships support responsible sourcing and recycling within the burgeoning battery economy?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithVanessa Wood, Professor, Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, ETH Zurich, Switzerland; Young Scientist
17.30 - 18.15Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
4ir tech/self-driving
Human-Centred High-Tech: Self-Driving VehiclesFully autonomous vehicles are at a critical juncture in their development, with test fleets operating on public roads and citizen trust increasing. What protocols, partnerships and practices can address the remaining policy dilemmas and unintended consequences of autonomous mobility, and ensure the benefits are widely shared?
This session supports the work of the Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in San Francisco.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Introduced byMurat Sönmez, Head, Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Member of the Managing Board, World Economic Forum
Discussion LeadersLuca Verre, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Chronocam, France
Facilitated byGareth Mitchell, Lecturer, Broadcast Communication, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
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Tuesday 27 June
17.30 - 18.00Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
co-chair/sikka
Amplifying Human PotentialJoin a conversation with Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017 Co-Chair Vishal Sikka, Chief Executive Officer of Infosys, a global technology company, on leveraging artificial intelligence to amplify human potential.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
WithVishal Sikka, Chief Executive Officer, Infosys, USA; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017
Interviewed byDavid Rowan, Editor-at-Large, Wired, United Kingdom
17.45 - 18.15Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
prosumer grids
Ask About: Prosumer GridsExplore how residential grid storage is enabling distributed power generation and empowering consumers.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithLachlan Blackhall, Adjunct Lecturer and Researcher, Australian National University, Australia
17.45 - 18.15Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
ask about/vaccines
Ask About: Vaccines
From influenza to Ebola, vaccines have the power to bring global health threats under control. Learn about the latest research on vaccines.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithCharlotte Haug, International Correspondent, New England Journal of Medicine, USA
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Tuesday 27 June
18.00 - 19.00Official hotels - -
transfer to soirée
Transfer to Soirée
Shuttles will leave continually from the official hotels to the cultural soirée.
19.00 - 21.00Dalian International Conference Center - Music Fountain Square, Donggang CBD
cultural soirée
Cultural Soirée
The Dalian Municipal Government warmly welcomes participants to sample traditional dumplings, hand-pulled noodles, roast duck and local culinary specialties; enjoy artistic performances; and appreciate demonstrations of painting, calligraphy, paper-cutting, knotting and other aspects of China’s cultural heritage.
19.00 - 21.30Dalian International Conference Center - Music Fountain Square, Donggang CBD
transfer to hotels
Transfer to Hotels
Shuttles will depart continually from the Cultural Soirée to the official hotels.
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Wednesday 28 June
08.00 - 08.45Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
tai chi 2
Introduction to Tai ChiTai Chi is an ancient Chinese discipline of meditative movements that can improve health, mental clarity and overall well-being.
Start the day with an early morning introduction to the philosophy and practice of Tai Chi.
Led byZhang Yuxuan, Principal, Beijing Milun Traditional Kungfu, People's Republic of China
09.00 - 10.30Dalian International Conference Center - -
dalian cultural tour 3
Dalian Cultural Tour: Peking OperaIn 2010, the Peking Opera was proclaimed by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Come to the 200-year old Peking Opera for a performance and back-stage tour – from stagecraft and make-up rituals to an exclusive acrobatic performance – and learn some of the troupe’s fighting moves in this interactive experience.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. The number of participants is limited to 20 per tour. Buses depart from the Dalian International Conference Center.
Additional tours will take place on Wednesday 28 June (16.00 - 17.30) and Thursday 29 June (09.00 - 10.30).
To reserve a seat, please RSVP to [email protected] or by telephone to Zhang Yibin at +86 18840831799 or Liu Xin at +86 18841171361
09.00 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
self-driving cars
The Race towards Smart MobilityExperts believe that, by 2021, mass market sales of driverless cars will begin. As cities race towards a driverless future, how should they adapt their operating models, governance and infrastructure for the new mobility paradigm?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Pricing of parking and re-purposing freed-up space - Avoiding "hypersprawl" - Balancing private car ownership with public and shared transport
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Jean Liu, President, Didi Chuxing, People's Republic of China; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017; Young Global LeaderMaxim Nohroudi, Founder and Managing Director, door2door, GermanyDaan Roosegaarde, Artist and Innovator, Studio Roosegaarde, Netherlands; Young Global Leader
Moderated byGeoff Cutmore, Anchor, CNBC, United Kingdom
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Wednesday 28 June
09.00 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
caixin/one belt one road
One Belt, One Road: The Global ImplicationsWhat regional and global partnerships are required to realize a successful and inclusive One Belt, One Road initiative?
Dimensions to be addressed:- International industrial-capacity cooperation- Multinational infrastructure construction- Culture communication
This session was developed in partnership with Caixin Media.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be closed at the scheduled time.
Danny Alexander, Vice-President and Corporate Secretary, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, BeijingApiradi Tantraporn, Minister of Commerce of ThailandHarld Peters, President, China, UPS, People's Republic of ChinaZhang Xiaoqiang, Permanent Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, China Center for International Economic Exchanges (CCIEE), People's Republic of China
Moderated byWang Shuo, Managing Editor, Caixin Media, People's Republic of China
09.15 - 09.45Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
waste-to-energy
Ask About: Waste to EnergyExplore the latest developments in waste-to-energy technology in China.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithYan Jianhua, Vice-President, Zhejiang University, People's Republic of China
09.15 - 10.30Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
imperial/medical paradigms
Unpacking New Medical Paradigms with Imperial College LondonDiscover new ideas and insights with leading researchers in the IdeasLab.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
The presentation will be available on demand on the Forum video channel and TopLink after the meeting.
Introduced byDavid Gann, Vice-President, Innovation, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
Discussion LeadersBen Almquist, Lecturer, Department of Bioengineering, Imperial College London, United KingdomTimothy Constandinou, Reader in Neural Microsystems, Imperial College London, United KingdomCéire Costelloe, Lecturer, Department of Medicine, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
Facilitated byJeffrey M. Drazen, Editor-in-Chief, New England Journal of Medicine, USA
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Wednesday 28 June
09.15 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
national digital strategies
Decoding National Digital StrategiesMany emerging economies build on national digital strategies to unlock opportunities for future growth. What are the most promising approaches, and how can they be measured?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Defining societal value and its distributive effects- Designing incentive structures in policymaking - Ensuring internet for all
This session is related to a System Initiative (Shaping the Future of Digital Economy and Society).
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Anusha Rahman Khan, Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication of Pakistan
Moderated byFadi Chehadé, Senior Adviser on Digital Economy and Society to the Executive Chairman, World Economic Forum
09.15 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
counterfeit
Ending Counterfeit in CommerceIn consumer tech alone, the value of lost sales due to counterfeit goods amounts to $143 billion, and inferior or dangerous components expose consumers to health and safety risks. What policies and technologies will make trade and commerce safer and more transparent?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Feng Zihao, President and Chief Executive Officer, Shanghai Bestone Information and Technology, People's Republic of ChinaAshifi Gogo, Chief Executive Officer, Sproxil, USA; Social EntrepreneurStella Zhang, Vice-President China, DuPont China Holding, People's Republic of China
Moderated byNishan Degnarain, Member, Monetary Policy Committee, Central Bank of Mauritius, Mauritius; Young Global Leader
09.15 - 09.45Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
co-chair/shu
Leading the Energy TransitionJoin a conversation with Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017 Co-Chair Shu Yinbiao, Chairman of State Grid Corporation of China, the world's largest public utility, on leading China's transition towards clean energy.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
WithShu Yinbiao, Chairman, State Grid Corporation of China, People's Republic of China; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017
Moderated byTian Wei, Host, World Insight with Tian Wei, China Global Television Network (CGTN), People's Republic of China
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Wednesday 28 June
09.30 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/energy 2
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on EnergyFrom subsidy reforms to decreasing production costs, explore the causes and consequences of renewable energy deployment now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithLachlan Blackhall, Adjunct Lecturer and Researcher, Australian National University, AustraliaIllah Nourbakhsh, Professor, Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
09.30 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
urban design thinking
Design Thinking in the CityHow might we apply design thinking to create urban spaces that allow for greater collaboration and inclusion?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJaveria Masood, Founder and Design Strategy Go-To, The Urban Practice, Pakistan; Global Shaper
09.30 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
stem
Improving Diversity in Science, Technology, Engineering and MathematicsHow might we address structural challenges to enable diversity and gender parity in the STEM workforce?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithNaadiya Moosajee, Co-Founder, WomHub, South Africa; Global Shaper
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Wednesday 28 June
09.30 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
china in depth/digitalization
China in Depth: Digital TransformationBy some measures, the digital economy comprises one-third of China’s GDP, providing fertile ground for new business and operating models. How can China nurture and expand its digital ecosystem?
Come to the Transformation Hub for an in-depth exploration of China's critical social and economic challenges.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithFan Ling, Chief Executive Officer, Tezign Tech & Design, People's Republic of China; Young Global Leader
Discussion LeadersGong Rujing, Co-Founder, YIDUCLOUD, People's Republic of China
Facilitated byLin Chen, Assistant Professor of Marketing, China Europe International Business School, People's Republic of China
09.30 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
algorithmic accountability
Algorithms Make the World Go Round – or WrongAlgorithms can be just as biased as their programmers, and social media feeds may multiply fake news at the speed of light. What are constructive approaches to counteract algorithms changing political behaviour at the mass and individual level?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithVyacheslav Polonski, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Avantgarde Analytics, United Kingdom; Global ShaperDavid Rowan, Editor-at-Large, Wired, United KingdomBaohong Sun, Dean's Distinguished Chair Professor of Marketing; Associate Dean, Global Programmes, Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business, People's Republic of China
10.00 - 10.30Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
tech for oceans
Ask About: Technology for OceansExplore how technologies such as cloud computing enable better management of our ocean resources.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJim Leape, William and Eva Price Senior Fellow, and Co-Director of the Center for Oceans Solutions, Stanford University, USA
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Wednesday 28 June
10.00 - 10.45Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
spectrum/humans robots
Across the Spectrum: Humans and RobotsExplore and exchange stories of the unseen and surprising dynamics between humans and robots.
The Spectrum series features artists and scientists challenging conventional wisdom and lending their insight to contested issues of today.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithMadeline Gannon, Research Fellow, Frank-Ratchye Studio for Creative Inquiry, Carnegie Mellon University, USAYasuaki Kakehi, Associate Professor, Faculty of Environment and Information Studies, Keio University, Japan; Young Scientist
10.00 - 10.30Dalian International Conference Center - Briefing Centre
briefing/human cloning
Cloning Humans
With developments in genome editing, synthetic biology and tissue engineering, are we getting closer to human cloning?
Explore the challenges, limitations and implications of the latest scientific breakthroughs.
The Briefing Centre is located in the Media Village.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
10.30 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
indian innovation
Global Innovation: An Indian PerspectiveFrom low-cost innovation to frugal engineering, scarcity and frugality have often driven Indian entrepreneurs to solve local challenges. What can Indian entrepreneurs offer in the global context?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Making more with fewer resources- Digitalizing the informal sector- Utilizing recycled, repaired and reusable materials
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Vineet Agarwal, Managing Director, Transport Corporation of India, IndiaAshwin Naik, Entrepreneur; Member, Healthcare and Leadership Group, Ashoka: Innovators for the Public, India; Young Global LeaderRajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan, Senior Fellow and Head, Nuclear and Space Policy Initiative, Observer Research Foundation (ORF), IndiaK T Rama Rao, Minister of IT, Municipal Administration and Urban Development, Industries and Commerce, Public Enterprises, Sugar, Mines and Geology, and Non-Resident Indian Affairs of Telangana, India
Moderated byTarun Khanna, Jorge Paulo Lemann Professor, Harvard Business School, USA; Young Global Leader Alumnus
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Wednesday 28 June
10.30 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
climate frontier
Climate's Next FrontierThe climate-smart investment opportunity is estimated at nearly $23 trillion in emerging markets between now and 2030. Following the US pull-out from the climate agreement, what leadership is needed to seize this opportunity?
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Joaquim Levy, Chief Financial Officer, World Bank Group; Managing Director, World Bank, Washington DCFeike Sybesma, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Managing Board, Royal DSM, NetherlandsChanghua Wu, Director, China and Asia, Office of Jeremy Rifkin, People's Republic of China
Moderated byBronwyn Nielsen, Editor-in-Chief and Executive Director, CNBC Africa, South Africa
10.30 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
iqiyi/china entertainment
China's New Age of EntertainmentChinese box office is expected to beat North America this year as the world's biggest film market. How is China's booming media and entertainment industry affecting culture and commerce?
This session was developed in partnership with iQIYI.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be closed at the scheduled time.
Ying Shuling, Chief Executive Officer, Hero Entertainment, People's Republic of ChinaZhao Hejuan, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, TMT post, People's Republic of ChinaZhou Kui, Partner, Sequoia Capital China, People's Republic of China
Moderated byWang Xiaohui, Chief Content Officer, QIYI.com, People's Republic of China
10.45 - 11.15Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
humane cities
Towards Humane CitiesExplore with architect John Lin how design and architecture can help make rapid urbanization a more humane process.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
John Lin, Associate Professor, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
Moderated byJaveria Masood, Founder and Design Strategy Go-To, The Urban Practice, Pakistan; Global Shaper
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Wednesday 28 June
10.45 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Robot Maker Space
robot maker space 2
Design by Doing: Build Your First RobotDesign, build and experiment with handmade robots and find out how they will be part of our future.
Participants can also visit the Robot Maker Space outside scheduled session times. This learning experience was developed in partnership with Infosys and Carnegie Mellon University.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
10.45 - 11.15Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/cities 2
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on CitiesFrom economic growth to environmental collapse, explore the causes and consequences of emerging megacities now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USAZhang Jianyu, Chief Representative, Environmental Defense Fund, People's Republic of China
10.45 - 11.15Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
rural microfinance
Empowering Rural PopulationsHow might we create economic opportunities in rural areas through microfinance?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithMohammad Mansoor Akbar, Officer, Communication and Reporting, Women for Afghan Women (WAW), Afghanistan; Global Shaper
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Wednesday 28 June
10.45 - 11.15Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
embracing neurodiversity
Embracing NeurodiversityNew research is increasingly showing that people with neurological conditions such as autism possess skills that neurotypical people do not have. How might we harness the potential of neurodiversity in the workplace?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithThorkil Sonne, Founder and Chairman, Specialisterne Foundation, USA; Social Entrepreneur
10.45 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
rethinking economics 2
Rethinking Economics for the 21st CenturyVoters have shown little interest in advice from economists in recent elections. What disruptions from social sciences can make economics more relevant?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithKate Raworth, Author and Senior Visiting Research Associate, Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
10.45 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
4ir tech/iot
Human-Centred High-Tech: Internet of ThingsConnected devices are driving transformation with advances in sensor technology, wireless connectivity and increased data and energy storage, while raising new concerns about privacy, security and interoperability. What protocols, partnerships and practices can address the policy dilemmas and unintended consequences of the internet of things, and ensure the benefits are widely shared?
This session supports the work of the Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in San Francisco.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Discussion LeadersDeepak Krishnamurthy, Executive Vice-President and Head, Corporate Strategy, SAP, USA
Moderated byTomas Casas i Klett, Director, China Competence Center, University of St Gallen, Switzerland
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Wednesday 28 June
10.45 - 11.15Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
thinking ahead/growing change
Thinking Ahead: Growing ChangeHow is one woman’s sustainable mushroom farming venture delivering a unique vision for self-empowerment and a path out of poverty?
The Thinking Ahead sessions spotlight members of the Social Engagement communities to share their unconventional ideas and bold initiatives that could change the world and reshape our common future.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithChido Govera, Founder and Director, The Future of Hope Foundation, Zimbabwe; Young Global Leader
11.00 - 12.15Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
princeton/bio-engineering
The Revolution in Bio-Engineering with Princeton UniversityDiscover new ideas and insights with leading researchers in the IdeasLab.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
The presentation will be available on demand on the Forum video channel and TopLink after the meeting.
Discussion LeadersCeleste Nelson, Professor, Princeton University, USAJared Toettcher, Assistant Professor, Princeton University, USAOlga Troyanskaya, Deputy Director for Genomics, Simons Foundation, USA
Facilitated byI-han Chou, Senior Editor, Nature, USA
11.30 - 12.00Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
wearable display
Ask About: Wearable DisplayExplore how altering crystal structures is leading to wearable display technology.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithKim Shin-Hyun, Associate Professor, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of Korea
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Wednesday 28 June
11.30 - 12.00Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
ask about/cancer
Ask About: Cancer
Approximately four out of 10 men and women will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their life. Learn how you can support the fight against cancer.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithCary Adams, Chief Executive Officer, Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), Switzerland
11.45 - 13.00Dalian International Conference Center - Village
wednesday lunch
Community Lunch
Participants are cordially invited to a buffet lunch in the Village within the Dalian International Conference Center.
11.45 - 12.30Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
smog free tower 3
Behind the Scenes: Smog Free TowerCould polluted air be a thing of the past? Visit the Smog Free Tower with artist and creator Daan Roosegaarde to learn more about the vision behind the world's largest smog vacuum cleaner.
Limited interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USADaan Roosegaarde, Artist and Innovator, Studio Roosegaarde, Netherlands; Young Global Leader
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Wednesday 28 June
12.15 - 12.45Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
epigenetics
Ask About: EpigeneticsExplore how epigenetics is the key to unlocking and understanding the full potential of each individual on the planet.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJ. Andrew Pospisilik, Group Leader, Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics, Germany
12.15 - 13.00Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
future hospitals
The Hospital of the FutureTomorrow's technology could turn hospitals into science fiction dreams or make them obsolete. How will the Fourth Industrial Revolution redefine where and how we care for the ill and injured?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithPeter Fleischut, Chief Innovation Officer; Chief Medical Operating Officer, NewYork-Presbyterian, USAGregory Poulsen, Senior Vice-President; Chief Strategy Officer, Intermountain Healthcare, USA
12.30 - 13.00Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
ask about/allergies
Ask About: Allergies
From mild to potentially life-threatening reactions, allergies affect the daily lives of an increasing proportion of the global population. Learn about the latest research on monitoring and mitigating allergies.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGary Wong, Editor, New England Journal of Medicine, Hong Kong SAR
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Wednesday 28 June
12.45 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
new vision for oceans
A New Vision for OceansThe ocean economy provides 31 million jobs and generates $1.5 trillion annually, but is threatened by over-exploitation, pollution and climate change. How can new technologies secure the health of our oceans and the livelihoods dependent on them?
This session is related to a System Initiative (Shaping the Future of Environment and Natural Resource Security).
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Fang Li, Assistant Secretary, China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development, People's Republic of ChinaJian Liu, Chief Scientist, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), NairobiJohn E. Scanlon, Secretary-General, CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora), GenevaWu Hougang, Chairman and President, Zoneco Group, People's Republic of China
Moderated byJim Leape, William and Eva Price Senior Fellow, and Co-Director of the Center for Oceans Solutions, Stanford University, USA
13.00 - 13.30Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
digital creativity
Visions of Digital CreativityExplore with media artist Daito Manabe how new reality-bending technologies will shift the digital landscape.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Daito Manabe, Media Artist, Rhizomatiks Research, Japan
Moderated byKamal Sinclair, Director, New Frontier Lab Programs, Sundance Institute, USA
13.00 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
social safety net
Social Safety Net 4.0From the robot tax to universal basic income, what new approaches hold the greatest potential to provide societal safety as the Fourth Industrial Revolution takes hold?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Hao Jingfang, Writer, China Development Research Foundation, People's Republic of ChinaLee Jae-Myung, Mayor, Seongnam City, Republic of KoreaTom Mitchell, E. Fredkin University Professor, Machine Learning Department, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
Moderated byLisa Jucca, Financial Columnist, Asia, Reuters Breakingviews, Hong Kong SAR
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Wednesday 28 June
13.00 - 14.00Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
productivity puzzle
Solving the Productivity PuzzleProductivity growth has been slack in many economies since the global financial crisis. How can emerging technologies and innovation help boost productivity growth and living standards over the long term?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Defining the role of the public and private sectors- Financing models for innovation- Managing premature de-industrialization
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Tyler Cowen, Professor of Economics, George Mason University, USAMin Zhu, President, National Institute of Financial Research, People's Republic of ChinaJoe Ngai, Managing Partner, Greater China, McKinsey & Company, Hong Kong SARBabur Ozden, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Maana, USAQin Jun, Chairman, Junzi Capital, People's Republic of China; Young Global Leader
Moderated byNina Trentmann, News Editor, Wall Street Journal, United Kingdom
13.00 - 14.00Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
cctv/trade and inclusion
Global Trade and Inclusive GrowthG20 ministers are divided about the benefits of trade, and the future of the multilateral trading system is in doubt. With protectionist rhetoric on the rise, what policy options can firmly embed inclusive growth in global trade agendas?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Protecting the displaced- Trade agreements 2.0- Frontiers of digital trade
This session was developed in partnership with CCTV.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be closed at the scheduled time.
Huang Yiping, Professor, National School of Development, Peking University, People's Republic of ChinaXu Lirong, Chairman, COSCO, People's Republic of China
Moderated byLi Sixuan, Anchor, China Central Television (CCTV), People's Republic of China
13.15 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
drones
Drones Delivering DevelopmentHow might we harness the next big opportunity for using drones in healthcare and development?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithSeth F. Berkley, Chief Executive Officer, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, Geneva
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Wednesday 28 June
13.15 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
recycling
Accelerating the Recycling MarketHow might we create a local market for recycling technologies in emerging economies?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithRohit Nayak, Founder, EcoAd, India; Global Shaper
13.15 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
eth/quantum
Demystifying Quantum with ETH ZurichDiscover new ideas and insights with leading researchers in the IdeasLab.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
The presentation will be available on demand on the Forum video channel and TopLink after the meeting.
Discussion LeadersJonathan Home, Professor, ETH Zurich, SwitzerlandSebastian Huber, Assistant Professor, ETH Zurich, SwitzerlandVanessa Wood, Professor, Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, ETH Zurich, Switzerland; Young Scientist
Facilitated byMariette DiChristina, Editor-in-Chief, Scientific American, USA
13.30 - 14.15Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
spectrum/east-west
Across the Spectrum: East and WestExplore and exchange stories of the unseen and surprising dynamics between East and West.
The Spectrum series features artists and scientists challenging conventional wisdom and lending their insight to contested issues of today.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithMehdi Ghadyanloo, Artist, Painter and Public Artist, Islamic Republic of IranLee Sang-Yup, Distinguished Professor and Dean, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of Korea
Facilitated byMichele Wucker, Chief Executive Officer, The Gray Rhino & Company, USA; Young Global Leader
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Wednesday 28 June
13.45 - 14.15Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
transformation/blockchain
World in Transformation: BlockchainFrom digital identity to transparent governance, what breakthroughs are transforming the future of distributed ledger technology?
Join this session to explore the Transformation Map on Blockchain, co-curated with Imperial College London.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithCatherine Mulligan, Co-Director, Centre for Cryptocurrency Research and Engineering, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
13.45 - 14.15Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
batteries 1
Ask About: Lithium-Air BatteriesExplore how new chemistry could improve the efficiency and longevity of batteries.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithHye Ryung-Byon, Assistant Professor, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of Korea
13.45 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
urban future
Digital Urban Future
From ubiquitous connectivity to the internet of things, emerging technologies are optimizing life in cities. What is needed to resolve ethical and legal challenges as smart cities scale up?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
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Wednesday 28 June
14.00 - 14.30Dalian International Conference Center - Briefing Centre
briefing/carbon market
China’s Carbon MarketWhen launched, China’s carbon-emission trading system will be the world’s most ambitious and sophisticated. What are its success prospects, and how will it ultimately impact climate change?
The Briefing Centre is located in the Media Village.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
14.15 - 15.00Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
future operating models
Operating for the Future ConsumerDigitalization of industry and increasingly empowered consumers are challenging the definition of what a company is and how it operates. How will businesses of the future be organized?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Customer-centric culture- Big data for operations- Interconnected and matrixed supply chains
This session is related to a System Initiative (Shaping the Future of Consumption).
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Discussion LeadersDaisy Guo, Co-Founder and Chief Operations Officer, Tezign.com, People's Republic of China; Global ShaperBillie Tan, Vice-President, Business Development and Customer Solutions, Asia-Pacific Region, UPS, Singapore
Facilitated byJeff Schumacher, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, BCG Digital Ventures, USA
14.15 - 15.00Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
asia order
A New Strategic Narrative for AsiaThe strategic narrative for the Asia-Pacific region remains unclear in the wake of the US withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership and China’s launch of the One Belt, One Road initiative. What are the prospects for regional stakeholders to arrive at a shared vision for regional peace and prosperity?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Changing nature of trade and investment flows
- Rising security challenges and emerging global risks- Shifting balance of power globally and regionally
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Dukgeun Ahn, Professor of International Trade Law and Policy, Seoul National University, Republic of KoreaYoichi Funabashi, Chairman, Rebuild Japan Initiative Foundation (RJIF), JapanJi Zhiye, President, China Institute of Contemporary International Relations (CICIR), People's Republic of ChinaLynn Kuok, Fellow, Brookings Institution, USA
Moderated byTarun Khanna, Jorge Paulo Lemann Professor, Harvard Business School, USA; Young Global Leader Alumnus
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Wednesday 28 June
14.15 - 14.45Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
co-chair/molinaroli
Working towards a Smart and Secure Connected FutureJoin a conversation with Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017 Co-Chair Alex Molinaroli, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Johnson Controls, a multi-industrial technology company, on building smart, secure and connected infrastructure.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
WithAlex Molinaroli, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Johnson Controls, USA; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017
14.30 - 15.15Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
smog free tower 4
Behind the Scenes: Smog Free TowerCould polluted air be a thing of the past? Visit the Smog Free Tower with artist and creator Daan Roosegaarde to learn more about the vision behind the world's largest smog vacuum cleaner.
Limited interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USADaan Roosegaarde, Artist and Innovator, Studio Roosegaarde, Netherlands; Young Global Leader
14.30 - 15.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
ai safety
Making Artificial Intelligence SafeHow might we make AI safer to bring autonomous systems into our daily lives?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithSergiy Bogomolov, Lecturer, Australian National University, Australia; Young Scientist
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Wednesday 28 June
14.30 - 15.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
chemicals
Innovating for Greener ChemicalsHow might we better link advances in biology and green-chemistry research to deliver high-value chemicals for industries?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJenny Mortimer, Director, Plant Systems Biology, Joint BioEnergy Institute, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA; Young ScientistYan Ning, Assistant Professor; Leader, Green Catalysis Lab, National University of Singapore, Singapore
14.30 - 15.00Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
supercomputing
Ask About: SupercomputingExplore how to achieve high-performance computation and software optimization while staying green.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithSatoshi Matsuoka, Professor, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan
14.30 - 15.30Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
fourth industrial revolution
Achieving Inclusive Growth in the Fourth Industrial RevolutionThe Fourth Industrial Revolution could either widen or narrow future income gaps and employment opportunities. How can leaders ensure technological change is inclusive and human-centred?
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Introduced byMurat Sönmez, Head, Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Member of the Managing Board, World Economic Forum
Marc R. Benioff, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Salesforce, USA; Young Global Leader Alumnus
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Wednesday 28 June
14.30 - 15.30Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
precision medicine
Perfecting Precision MedicinePrecision medicine has the potential to change the way we treat and cure disease. As genomic technologies move from lab to clinic, how can precision medicine be both accessible to and affordable for all?
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Victor Dzau, President, National Academy of Medicine, USACarl-Henrik Heldin, Professor of Molecular Cell Biology, Uppsala University, SwedenGianluca Pettiti, President, Greater China, Thermo Fisher Scientific (China), People's Republic of ChinaVivian Tan, Vice-President, Strategy and Transformation, Kaiser Permanente, USAJeroen Tas, Chief Innovation and Strategy Officer, Royal Philips, Netherlands
Moderated byVivienne Parry, Head of Engagement, Genomics England, United Kingdom
15.00 - 15.45Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
curious mind/creativity
The Benefits of a Curious Mind: Sparking CreativityCuriosity has the power to drive people to ask disruptive questions and can be the key ingredient for future breakthroughs and new ideas.
How does one cultivate a curious mind to awaken creativity?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithHao Jingfang, Writer, China Development Research Foundation, People's Republic of ChinaCharles Hayes, Managing Director, China; Partner, IDEO, People's Republic of China
Facilitated byAndrea Bandelli, Executive Director, Science Gallery International, Ireland
15.00 - 15.45Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
production and ai
Transforming Industrial Production with AIHow might we use artificial intelligence to make production methods and processes more sustainable and efficient?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithArtem R. Oganov, Professor, Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology, Russian FederationJane Zavalishina, Chief Executive Officer, Yandex Data Factory, Yandex, Russian Federation
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Wednesday 28 June
15.00 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
zhejiang/pollution
Reimagining Pollution Control with Zhejiang UniversityDiscover new ideas and insights with leading researchers in the IdeasLab.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
The presentation will be available on demand on the Forum video channel and TopLink after the meeting.
Introduced byWu Zhaohui, President, Zhejiang University, People's Republic of China
Discussion LeadersGao Xiang, Professor, Zhejiang University, People's Republic of ChinaHe Yan, Professor, Zhejiang University, People's Republic of ChinaYan Jianhua, Vice-President, Zhejiang University, People's Republic of China
Facilitated byEd Gerstner, Regional Editorial Director, Greater China, Springer Nature, People's Republic of China
15.15 - 16.00Dalian International Conference Center - Robot Maker Space
robot maker space 3
Design by Doing: Build Your First RobotDesign, build and experiment with handmade robots and find out how they will be part of our future.
Participants can also visit the Robot Maker Space outside scheduled session times. This learning experience was developed in partnership with Infosys and Carnegie Mellon University.
15.15 - 15.45Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
hybrid materials
Ask About: Hybrid MaterialsExplore how combining artificial and natural polymers can create novel materials with unique functionality.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithSheng Li, Assistant Professor, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of Korea; Young Scientist
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Wednesday 28 June
15.15 - 16.00Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
bio lab/medicine
Future of Life: MedicineFrom Chinese traditional medicine to microbiome therapy, how is new research redefining our approach to medicine?
Explore the possible, plausible and probable impacts of biological breakthroughs in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Cynthia Collins, Associate Professor, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), USA; Young ScientistLee Sang-Yup, Distinguished Professor and Dean, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of Korea
15.15 - 15.45Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
co-chair/xu
Building an Innovation EcosystemJoin a conversation with Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017 Co-Chair Xu Jinghong, Chairman of Tsinghua Holdings, which incubated more than 10,000 technology companies ranging from smart chips to security systems, on scaling up China's innovation ecosystem.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
WithXu Jinghong, Chairman, Tsinghua Holdings, People's Republic of China; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017
Moderated byMa Teng, Deputy Editor-in-Chief, Tencent, People's Republic of China
15.30 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
trust in healthcare
Rebuilding Trust in the Healthcare IndustryThe global healthcare industry has come under the spotlight in recent years amid accusations of unethical practices, questionable pricing strategies and inaccurate data reporting. How can the industry put the patient back at the centre of the system?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Katie Dain, Executive Director, NCD Alliance, United KingdomDavid Gollaher, Vice-President, Government Affairs and Policy, Gilead Sciences, USANiels Lund, Vice-President, Health Advocacy, Novo Nordisk, DenmarkSuneet Varma, Global President, Asia-Pacific, Pfizer Essential Health, Greater China and Global, Pfizer, USA
Moderated byAllison Aubrey, Correspondent, National Public Radio, USA
Closing Remarks byAdalberto Campos Fernandes, Minister of Health of Portugal
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Wednesday 28 June
15.30 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
4ir tech/ai
Human-Centred High-Tech: Artificial IntelligenceExponential increases in computing power and data indicate that computers with previously unimaginable capabilities are finally within reach. What protocols, partnerships and practices can address the policy dilemmas and unintended consequences of artificial intelligence, and ensure the benefits are widely shared?
This session supports the work of the Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in San Francisco.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Sherif Elsayed-Ali, Deputy Director, Global Issues, Amnesty International, United KingdomWendell Wallach, Scholar, Interdisciplinary Center for Bioethics, Yale University, USAYuan Hui, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Shanghai Xiaoi Robot Technology, People's Republic of China
Moderated byNick Campbell, Executive Editor and Executive Vice-President, Global Institutional Partnerships, Nature, United Kingdom
15.45 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/silk road 2
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on the New Silk RoadFrom ancient trade routes to One Belt, One Road, explore the causes and consequences of deepened regional integration now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithFu Jun, Academic Dean and Professor, School of Nannan, Peking University, People's Republic of ChinaIllah Nourbakhsh, Professor, Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University, USAMark Wu, Assistant Professor of Law, Harvard Law School, USA
15.45 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
education
Educating for a Borderless WorldHow might we equip Chinese teenagers with the skills needed to navigate conflicting value systems in a fast-changing world?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJocelyn Ford, Filmmaker, Educator and Beijing Correspondent, US Public Radio, People's Republic of China
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Wednesday 28 June
15.45 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
circular economy
Catalysing China's Circular EconomyHow might we accelerate the deployment of circular economy business models in Chinese cities?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
SpeakersDimitri De Vreeze, Member of the Managing Board, Royal DSM, Netherlands
16.00 - 17.00Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
big china
The Future of Big ChinaChina’s state-owned enterprises are suffering from the end of the construction boom, global commodity price slump and shrinking trade. What is the way forward for "Big China" corporations?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Ownership and corporate governance reforms- Reform of coal, steel and other overcapacity sectors- Role of technological disruptions and innovations in operations
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Carol Liao, President, Greater China, Boston Consulting Group, Hong Kong SARMa Guoqiang, Chairman; Party Secretary, China Baowu Steel Group Corporation, People's Republic of ChinaXu Jinghong, Chairman, Tsinghua Holdings, People's Republic of China; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017Xu Niansha, Chairman, Poly Group, People's Republic of China
Moderated byTian Wei, Host, World Insight with Tian Wei, China Global Television Network (CGTN), People's Republic of China
16.00 - 17.00Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
scientific american/neuroscience
The State of NeuroscienceDiscover how strategic neuroscience initiatives from around the world are aligning to unlock the mysteries of the human brain.
This session was developed in partnership with Scientific American.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Nicola Allen, Assistant Professor, Salk Institute for Biological Studies, USA; Young ScientistRonen Gadot, Chief Executive Officer, ElMindA, IsraelMichael Hausser, Wellcome Trust Principal Research Fellow and Professor of Neuroscience, University College London (UCL), United KingdomLi Weidong, Professor, Bio-X Institutes, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, People's Republic of ChinaHideyuki Okano, Professor of Physiology, Keio University, Japan
Moderated byMariette DiChristina, Editor-in-Chief, Scientific American, USA
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Wednesday 28 June
16.15 - 17.30Dalian International Conference Center - xChange
eu-china innovation
Connecting Innovation Ecosystems across China and EuropeRepresenting two powerhouses for innovation and entrepreneurship, how can China and Europe leverage their ecosystems to drive closer collaboration?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Connecting urban ecosystems to cross-regional networks- Matching regional assets and talent- Bridging the gap between start-up and corporate worlds
This session will be connected live to a parallel session co-hosted with the Net Futures Conference in Brussels.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Discussion LeadersIrina Anghel-Enescu, Secretary-General and Managing Director, South Eastern European Private Equity and Venture Capital Association, Romania; Young Global LeaderJean-Marc Frangos, Chief Innovation Officer, BT, United KingdomGisbert Rühl, Chief Executive Officer, Klöckner, GermanyAntonio Samaritani, Director-General, The Agency for Digital Italy, ItalySheng Qiuping, Party Secretary, CPC Yiwu Municipal Committee, People's Republic of ChinaJenny Zeng, Managing Partner, Magic Stone Alternative Investment, People's Republic of China
Facilitated byDaniel Starta, Partner and Managing Director, Greater China, A. T. Kearney (Shanghai) Management Consulting, People's Republic of China
16.15 - 17.00Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
china/vr
When Virtual Becomes RealityChina's virtual and augmented reality market will surpass $7.9 billion in 2020. How will it transform media and entertainment?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Cross-industry software development- Immersive education- Mental and physical health
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithEugene Chung, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Penrose Studios, USA
Facilitated byKamal Sinclair, Director, New Frontier Lab Programs, Sundance Institute, USA
16.15 - 16.45Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
co-chair/torres-padilla
Shaping the Future of ScienceJoin a conversation with Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017 Co-Chair Maria-Elena Torres-Padilla, Young Scientist and Director of the Institute of Epigenetics and Stem Cells at Helmholtz Zentrum München, on the future of science, research and innovation.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
WithMaria-Elena Torres-Padilla, Director, Institute of Epigenetics and Stem Cells, Helmholtz Zentrum München, Germany; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017; Young Scientist
Interviewed byJoe Palca, Science Correspondent, NPR, USA
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Wednesday 28 June
16.45 - 17.15Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/oceans 2
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on OceansFrom illegal fishing to marine pollution, explore the causes and consequences of man-made changes to water resources now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithKristen Marhaver, Marine Biologist, Caribbean Research and Management of Biodiversity (CARMABI) Research Station, Netherlands Antilles; Young ScientistGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
16.45 - 17.15Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
machine learning and genetics
Ask About: Machine Learning and GeneticsExplore how an algorithm can look for the genetic relationships that cause conditions such as autism.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithOlga Troyanskaya, Deputy Director for Genomics, Simons Foundation, USA
16.45 - 17.30Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
bio lab/consumption
Future of Life: ConsumptionFrom harnessing a jellyfish’s natural ability to desalinate water to rearing animals for food, how is technology changing the way we consume?
Explore the possible, plausible and probable impacts of biological aspects of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Zack Denfeld, Artist and Director, The Center for Genomic Gastronomy, IrelandTim Wang, Executive Vice-President and President, Greater China, Ecolab (China) Investment, People's Republic of China
Moderated byAndrea Bandelli, Executive Director, Science Gallery International, Ireland
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Wednesday 28 June
16.45 - 18.00Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
anu/energy
Rethinking Renewables with Australian National UniversityDiscover new ideas and insights with leading researchers in the IdeasLab.
- Developing new materials for ultra-efficient, low-cost solar cells- Enabling prosumer-driven, distributed energy generation through residential grids- Deploying hydro pump storage technologies to precipitate the clean energy transition
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
The presentation will be available on demand on the Forum video channel and TopLink after the meeting.
Discussion LeadersLachlan Blackhall, Adjunct Lecturer and Researcher, Australian National University, AustraliaKylie Catchpole, Professor, Australian National University, Australia
Facilitated byJoe Palca, Science Correspondent, NPR, USA
16.45 - 17.30Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
mini-multinationals
Boosting the Mini-MultinationalDigital platforms and technologies enable even small-scale entrepreneurs to connect directly with customers and suppliers around the world, transforming them into “micro multinationals”. Could a large-scale increase of mini-multinationals make globalization more inclusive and "global"?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Raymond Cheng, Chief Operating Officer, Asia-Pacific; Group General Manager, HSBC, Hong Kong SARAmit Sinha, Senior Vice-President, Paytm, India
Moderated byKevin Lu, Chairman, Asia, Partners Group, Switzerland; Young Global Leader
16.45 - 17.30Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
learn to code
Learn to Code
From custom apps to game-changing innovations, programming is becoming a critical skill to succeed in the workplace. Test your ability to code and discover the technology and programming skills that are essential assets for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
This learning experience was developed in partnership with LEGO Foundation.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
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Wednesday 28 June
17.00 - 17.30Dalian International Conference Center - Briefing Centre
briefing/china security
China’s Security AgendaChina`s foreign policy influence is expanding in terms of regional security, as well as global trade and investment regimes. How will China`s policies shape the international security landscape in the coming decade?
The Briefing Centre is located in the Media Village.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Su Ge, President, China Institute of International Studies, People's Republic of China
17.15 - 17.45Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
wildlife trafficking
Stemming the Surge in the Illegal Wildlife TradeAs China takes the lead in closing down its ivory markets, learn how cutting-edge technology deployed in the tourism and transport sectors can turn the tide on illegal wildlife trafficking, with John Scanlon, Secretary-General of CITES.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
John E. Scanlon, Secretary-General, CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora), Geneva
Moderated byAllison Aubrey, Correspondent, National Public Radio, USA
17.30 - 18.30Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
visualizing disease
Visualizing Disease
From cardiovascular disease to diabetes, discover how non-communicable diseases are rapidly spreading across Asia and how new technologies could help to prevent and manage this new epidemic.
This session is designed in collaboration with the New England Journal of Medicine.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Juliana Chan, Professor of Medicine and Therapeutics, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SARDavid Cook, Chief Clinical and Operating Officer, Jiahui Health, People's Republic of ChinaMike Moradi, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Sensulin, USA; Young Global LeaderRichard Nieman, Global Medical Officer; Senior Vice-President, Teva Pharmaceutical, USA
Moderated byJeffrey M. Drazen, Editor-in-Chief, New England Journal of Medicine, USA
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Wednesday 28 June
17.30 - 18.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
critical thinking
Creating Critical ThinkingHow might we prepare young people with soft skills and critical thinking for an ever more technology-driven world?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithMargie Wang, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, JA Worldwide, USA
17.30 - 18.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
partnerships
Partnering for InnovationHow might established companies and upcoming enterprises partner to overcome cultural differences and accelerate innovation in an age of digital disruption?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited in the Innovator Hub.
WithVishal Lall, Senior Vice-President, Strategy and Ventures, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, USAFlorian Leibert, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Mesosphere, USA
17.30 - 18.00Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
dynamic biomaterials
Ask About: Dynamic BiomaterialsExplore how dynamic biomaterials are helping wounds to heal.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithBen Almquist, Lecturer, Department of Bioengineering, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
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Wednesday 28 June
17.30 - 18.15Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
china in depth/production
China in Depth: Future Manufacturing SystemThe Made in China 2025 plan aims to accelerate growth in 10 strategic industries, including robotics, electric cars and next-generation technology. How will China achieve its goal of becoming a leading high-tech manufacturer in the coming decade?
Come to the Transformation Hub for an in-depth exploration of China's critical social and economic challenges.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithBill Liu Zihong, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Royole Corporation, People's Republic of China; Young Global Leader
Facilitated byZhou Jiangong, Chief Executive Officer, YICAI Media Group, People's Republic of China
17.30 - 18.30Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
caijing/china economic outlook
China Economic OutlookWhat are China's macroeconomic and structural policy priorities to meet its 6.5% GDP growth target?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Deleveraging real economy and pushing debt-to-equity swap- Prudent monetary policy and property market stabilization- Advancing the One Belt, One Road initiative
This session was developed in partnership with Caijing Media.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be closed at the scheduled time.
He Wenbo, Chairman, China Minmetals Corporation, People's Republic of ChinaMin Zhu, President, National Institute of Financial Research, People's Republic of China
Moderated byWang Boming, Editor-in-Chief, Caijing Magazine, People's Republic of China
17.30 - 18.00Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
thinking ahead/40 marathons
Thinking Ahead: 40 Marathons in 40 DaysWhat is one woman’s journey of running 40 marathons in 40 days along six rivers teaching us about how to tackle the global water crisis?
Thinking Ahead sessions spotlight members of the Social Engagement communities to share their unconventional ideas and bold initiatives that could change the world and reshape our common future.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithMina Guli, Chief Executive Officer, Thirst, People's Republic of China; Young Global Leader
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Wednesday 28 June
17.45 - 18.45Dalian International Conference Center - xChange
fintech solutions
Fintech for Inclusive FinanceThe Chinese mobile-payments market is 50 times that of the US. What products and business models are needed for fintechs to be able to reach the financially underserved?
This session was developed in collaboration with the National School of Development, Peking University.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Taavet Hinrikus, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, TransferWise, United KingdomLi Dongrong, President, China Internet Finance Association, People's Republic of ChinaFranz Paasche, Senior Vice-President, Corporate Affairs, PayPal, USATang Ning, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, CreditEase, People's Republic of ChinaCatherine Wood, Chief Executive Officer, ARK Investment Management, USA
Moderated byHuang Yiping, Professor, National School of Development, Peking University, People's Republic of China
18.00 - 18.45Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
clean energy
Tomorrow’s Clean Energy GiantsChina invested a record $32 billion last year in renewables, contributing to a fast-growing global market of clean assets. How can investors and businesses accelerate clean energy uptake from public and private seed funding?
This session is related to System Initiatives (Shaping the Future of Energy; Shaping the Future of Long-Term Investing, Infrastructure and Development; and Shaping the Future of Environment and Natural Resource Security).
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Leslie Dewan, Chief Executive Officer, Transatomic Power, USA; Young Global LeaderDong-Kwan Kim, Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice-President, Hanwha Q CELLS, Republic of Korea; Young Global LeaderJim Pass, Global Head, Municipals and Project Finance, Guggenheim Partners, USA
Moderated byWang Feng, Editor-in-Chief, FTChinese.com, United Kingdom
18.00 - 18.45Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
state of the arts china
The State of the Arts in ChinaJoin leading artists and curators to learn about what developments in the arts reveal about culture in China today.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Hao Jingfang, Writer, China Development Research Foundation, People's Republic of ChinaLi Yongcun, Professor, Academy of Arts and Design, Tsinghua University, People's Republic of ChinaPhilip Tinari, Director, Ullens Center For Contemporary Art, People's Republic of China; Young Global Leader
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Wednesday 28 June
18.15 - 18.45Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
augmenting humanity
Augmenting Humanity
From assisting people with disability to augmenting everyday work and life, explore how technology transforms the human experience with robotics pioneer Yoshiyuki Sankai.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Yoshiyuki Sankai, Chief Executive Officer and President, Cyberdyne, Japan; Technology Pioneer
Moderated byZhang Yao, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, RoboTerra, USA; Young Global Leader
18.15 - 18.45Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
batteries 2
Ask About: Batteries
Explore how quantum physics is helping to visualize what happens inside a battery as it operates and how to harness this information to improve battery duration and performance.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithVanessa Wood, Professor, Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, ETH Zurich, Switzerland; Young Scientist
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Thursday 29 June
08.15 - 09.00Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
tai chi 3
Introduction to Tai ChiTai Chi is an ancient Chinese discipline of meditative movements that can improve health, mental clarity and overall well-being.
Start the day with an early morning introduction to the philosophy and practice of Tai Chi.
Led byZhang Yuxuan, Principal, Beijing Milun Traditional Kungfu, People's Republic of China
09.00 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - xChange
thriving under uncertainty
Thriving under UncertaintyHow can businesses and governments manage complex and interconnected risks in the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Emerging technology hazards and resilience- Handling smart infrastructure failures in practice- Data-sharing and transparency of new technology products
This session is related to the Forum initiative on Mitigating Risks in the Innovation Economy.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Jayne Plunkett, Chief Executive Officer, Reinsurance, Asia, Swiss Re, Singapore; Young Global LeaderK T Rama Rao, Minister of IT, Municipal Administration and Urban Development, Industries and Commerce, Public Enterprises, Sugar, Mines and Geology, and Non-Resident Indian Affairs of Telangana, IndiaMegan Walters, Head, Research, Asia-Pacific, Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), Singapore
Discussion LeadersWilfred Madius Tangau, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation of Malaysia
Moderated byAlan D. Cohn, Adjunct Professor, Georgetown University Law Center, USA
09.00 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
russia science
Global Science: The View from RussiaRussian science has set the scene for its renaissance through extensive reforms since 2010. How is Russian science poised to reshape the global innovation ecosystem?
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese and Russian
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Valery Fokin, Professor, University of Southern California (USC), USAAndrei Fursenko, Aide to the President of the Russian FederationArtem R. Oganov, Professor, Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology, Russian Federation
Moderated byMariette DiChristina, Editor-in-Chief, Scientific American, USA
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Thursday 29 June
09.00 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
cnbc/growth companies
The New Champions of GrowthBy 2025, half of the world's Fortune 500 businesses will be headquartered in emerging economies. What industries and economies will drive the next wave of growth? And, how will this wave overcome the structural concerns impacting the global economy today?
This session was developed in partnership with CNBC.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be closed at the scheduled time.
Sergey Solonin, Chief Executive Officer, Qiwi, Russian FederationCatherine Wood, Chief Executive Officer, ARK Investment Management, USA
Moderated byGeoff Cutmore, Anchor, CNBC, United Kingdom
09.15 - 09.45Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/silk road 3
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on the New Silk RoadFrom ancient trade routes to One Belt, One Road, explore the causes and consequences of deepened regional integration now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithIllah Nourbakhsh, Professor, Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University, USAMark Wu, Assistant Professor of Law, Harvard Law School, USA
09.15 - 09.45Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
air ecology
Ask About: Ecology from the AirExplore how to image, map and measure huge expanses of the environment in detail with a spectrometer, lasers and a small aircraft.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGregory Asner, Professor, Stanford University, USA
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Thursday 29 June
09.15 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
china in depth/talent
China in Depth: The Quest for TalentChina today boasts roughly five workers for every retiree. By 2040, this ratio will have collapsed to less than two, and the median age in the country will go from 30 to 46. From delaying retirement to attracting global talent, how will China prepare for an ageing society and shrinking workforce?
Come to the Transformation Hub for an in-depth exploration of China's critical social and economic challenges.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJacky Qian, Vice-President, Right Management and ManpowerGroup Solutions, Greater China, ManpowerGroup, People's Republic of ChinaZheng Zhenzhen, Professor, Institute of Population and Labour Economics, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), People's Republic of China
09.15 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
universal digital identity
Towards a Universal Digital IdentityHow can a universal digital identity unlock opportunities for greater inclusion and access to the digital economy?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Leveraging blockchain technology- Establishing business alliances- Building trust across society
This session is related to System Initiatives (Shaping the Future of Digital Economy and Society).
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Solmaz Altin, Chief Digital Officer, Allianz, GermanyBrian Behlendorf, Executive Director, Hyperledger, Linux Foundation, USA; Young Global LeaderMichael Gorriz, Group Chief Information Officer, Standard Chartered Bank, SingaporeGhida Ibrahim, Senior Data Scientist, Liberty Global, NetherlandsHusayn Kassai, Chief Executive Officer, Onfido, United Kingdom
09.15 - 10.30Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
innovation and competitiveness
Building Blocks for InnovationIf the most innovative economies are the most competitive, then what are the characteristics and conditions that make these risk-taking enterprises successful?
This session is related to a System Initiative (Shaping the Future of Economic Growth and Social Inclusion).
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Andrea Bandelli, Executive Director, Science Gallery International, IrelandCalvin Chin, Founder, Transist, People's Republic of China; Young Global LeaderMarjolein Helder, Chief Executive Officer, Plant-e, NetherlandsDavida Herzl, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Aclima, USA
Moderated byGary Coleman, Managing Principal, Global Industry; Senior Client Adviser, Deloitte, USA
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Thursday 29 June
09.15 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
rethinking business growth
Rethinking Business GrowthIn a business climate of accelerated automation and trade protectionism, many companies are "reshoring" jobs to the countries that develop their technologies. What is the new business growth model?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Transitioning from manufacturing products to services- Employee retraining and investment- Regional strategies for global production
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Lin Chen, Assistant Professor of Marketing, China Europe International Business School, People's Republic of ChinaChris Waterman, Head, Commercial Insurance, Asia-Pacific, Zurich Insurance Group, Hong Kong SAR
09.15 - 09.45Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
thinking ahead/digital literacy
Thinking Ahead: Teaching Children Digital LiteracyWhat is one woman’s work on the development of the Digital Intelligence Quotient (DQ) telling us about how to educate the next generation of digital citizens?
The Thinking Ahead sessions spotlight members of the Social Engagement communities to share their unconventional ideas and bold initiatives that could change the world and reshape our common future.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithPark Yuhyun, Founder and Chief Citizenship Officer, DQ Institute, Republic of Korea; Young Global Leader
09.30 - 10.15Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
happiness
The Blue Zones of HappinessDiscover the surprising secrets of the world's happiest places and learn how to apply the lessons of true happiness to your own life, with best-selling author and National Geographic Fellow Dan Buettner.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Dan Buettner, Founder, Blue Zones, USA
Moderated bySusan Goldberg, Editorial Director, National Geographic Partners, USA
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Thursday 29 June
09.30 - 10.00Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
video gaming
Video Gaming for SustainabilityWhat can we learn from video game technology to create a more sustainable urban future?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithLaura Jamer, Director, Global Partnerships, DIRTT, USA; Global Shaper
10.00 - 10.45Dalian International Conference Center - Robot Maker Space
robot maker space 4
Design by Doing: Build Your First RobotDesign, build and experiment with handmade robots and find out how they will be part of our future.
Participants can also visit the Robot Maker Space outside scheduled session times. This learning experience was developed in partnership with Infosys and Carnegie Mellon University.
10.00 - 10.30Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
spectrum/city nature
Across the Spectrum: City and NatureExplore and exchange stories of the unseen and surprising dynamics between nature and the city.
The Spectrum series features artists and scientists challenging conventional wisdom and lending their insight to contested issues of today.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGregory Asner, Professor, Stanford University, USAJohn Lin, Associate Professor, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
Facilitated byMichele Wucker, Chief Executive Officer, The Gray Rhino & Company, USA; Young Global Leader
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Thursday 29 June
10.15 - 10.45Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/cities 3
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on CitiesFrom economic growth to environmental collapse, explore the causes and consequences of emerging megacities now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
10.15 - 10.45Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
metamaterials
Ask About: MetamaterialsExplore how artificially designed materials – metamaterials – possess properties that go beyond those of their building blocks.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithSebastian Huber, Assistant Professor, ETH Zurich, Switzerland
10.30 - 11.15Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
curious mind/education
The Benefits of a Curious MindCuriosity has the power to increase active engagement and interest in learning and to spark a person's ability to think critically for the long run.
How does one cultivate a curious mind to improve lifelong learning?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithHrund Gunnsteinsdottir, Director, Writer and Filmmaker, Krád Consulting, Iceland; Young Global Leader
Facilitated byAndrea Bandelli, Executive Director, Science Gallery International, Ireland
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Thursday 29 June
10.30 - 11.15Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
rethinking economics 3
Rethinking Economics with Big DataVoters have shown little interest in advice from economists in recent elections. What disruptions from big data can make economics more relevant?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithTom Mitchell, E. Fredkin University Professor, Machine Learning Department, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
10.30 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
wired/global innovation
Global Innovation OutlookHow are new institutions and collaborations enabling global innovation to grow beyond borders?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Shifting private sector R&D from corporate to start-ups- Addressing the global tech talent crisis- Policy governance and market growth
This session was developed in partnership with Wired.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
André Kudelski, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Kudelski Group, SwitzerlandMark MacGann, Group Chief Corporate and Public Affairs Officer; Member of the Group Executive Committee, Veon, NetherlandsMao Daqing, Founder and Chairman of the Board, UrWork (Beijing) Venture Investment Co., People's Republic of ChinaNina Tandon, President and Chief Executive Officer, EpiBone, USA; Young Global LeaderZhang Yao, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, RoboTerra, USA; Young Global Leader
Moderated byDavid Rowan, Editor-at-Large, Wired, United Kingdom
10.30 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
prosperity and security
Prosperity and Security along the Modern Silk RoadThis year’s Belt and Road Forum concluded with investment pledges of multiple billion dollars and statements committing to consultation and cooperation. What actions are needed to sustainably advance prosperity and security along the Southern branch of the Modern Silk Road?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Security frictions and historic legacies- Geostrategic goals and counter-protectionism- Human-to-human exchange and trust-building measures
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Muneer Kamal, Member of the Board, Engro, PakistanKevin Lu, Chairman, Asia, Partners Group, Switzerland; Young Global LeaderSimon O'Connell, Executive Director, Mercy Corps, United Kingdom
Moderated byCharlie Campbell, Beijing Correspondent, Time Magazine, People's Republic of China
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Thursday 29 June
10.45 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
fuel-free flight
Fuel-Free Flight
From solar drones to zero-fuel commercial flights, explore the potential of next-generation aviation technologies with Solar Impulse pilot Andre Borschberg.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
André Borschberg, Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer and Pilot, Solar Impulse, Switzerland
Moderated byGareth Mitchell, Lecturer, Broadcast Communication, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
10.45 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
robot maker space workshop 2
Designing for Human and MachineLearn how to build robots, and explore and imagine a future that is more convivial to integrating robots into human life.
This experience was developed in partnership with Infosys and Carnegie Mellon University.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Facilitated byIllah Nourbakhsh, Professor, Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
10.45 - 11.15Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 1
energy access
Achieving Energy AccessHow might we leverage decentralized power generation to bring light to the 1.3 billion living in darkness?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithJaideep Bansal, Leader, Energy Access, GHE, India; Global Shaper
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10.45 - 11.15Dalian International Conference Center - Innovator Hub 2
smart cars
Up-Smarting Cars
How might we deploy autonomous vehicle-grade technology to improve the safety and efficiency of cars on the road today?
Explore new ways to scale solutions to some of today's most pressing challenges in the Innovator Hub. This session is part of a series co-designed with participants via TopLink.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithRaffi Mardirosian, Vice-President, Corporate Development, Ouster, USA; Global Shaper
10.45 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
working with robots
Working with Robots
As robots move from assembly lines to office floors, what opportunities and challenges will arise for the future workforce?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Boundaries of ethical and social norms- Managing robotic teams- Cross-training for confidence and trust
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Jodi Halpern, Professor of Bioethics and Medical Humanities, University of California, Berkeley, USAStephan Howeg, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, The Adecco Group, SwitzerlandPelu Tran, Co-Founder and President, Augmedix, USA
Moderated byNina Trentmann, News Editor, Wall Street Journal, United Kingdom
10.45 - 12.00Dalian International Conference Center - xChange
cmu/production
The Future of Production with Carnegie Mellon UniversityHow can engineers, policy-makers and business leaders develop a human-centred production system?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Human-machine interaction- Adaptive and smart manufacturing systems - Regulatory roadblocks
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Erica Fuchs, Professor of Engineering and Public Policy, Carnegie Mellon University, USA; Young ScientistMadeline Gannon, Research Fellow, Frank-Ratchye Studio for Creative Inquiry, Carnegie Mellon University, USAHu Jian, Senior Vice-President, Lenzing North Asia, Lenzing, People's Republic of ChinaJames McCann, Assistant Professor, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
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Thursday 29 June
11.00 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
solar energy
Ask About: Solar EnergyExplore how perovskite thin films are propelling the development of ultra-efficient, low-cost solar cells.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithKylie Catchpole, Professor, Australian National University, Australia
11.00 - 11.30Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
ask about/heart disease
Ask About: Heart DiseaseHeart disease remains the number one global cause of death. Learn about the latest research on heart disease.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithRui-Ping Xiao, Associate Editor, New England Journal of Medicine, USA
11.00 - 12.15Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
stanford/environment
Technologies for the Planet with Stanford UniversityDiscover new ideas and insights with leading researchers in the IdeasLab.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
The presentation will be available on demand on the Forum video channel and TopLink after the meeting.
Discussion LeadersGregory Asner, Professor, Stanford University, USAJim Leape, William and Eva Price Senior Fellow, and Co-Director of the Center for Oceans Solutions, Stanford University, USA
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11.30 - 12.00Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/energy 3
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on EnergyFrom subsidy reforms to decreasing production costs, explore the causes and consequences of renewable energy deployment now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithLachlan Blackhall, Adjunct Lecturer and Researcher, Australian National University, AustraliaIllah Nourbakhsh, Professor, Robotics Institute, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
11.45 - 13.30Dalian International Conference Center - Village
thursday lunch
Community Lunch
Participants are cordially invited to a buffet lunch in the Village within the Dalian International Conference Center.
11.45 - 12.15Dalian International Conference Center - Science Hub
growing organs
Ask About: Growing OrgansExplore how to reconstruct tissue architectures, such as those found in the lungs or kidneys, from scratch.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithCeleste Nelson, Professor, Princeton University, USA
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Thursday 29 June
11.45 - 12.30Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
trust through technology
In Digital We Trust
Digitalization and social media can foster civic participation to uphold integrity in society. How can technology help mitigate the corrosion of trust in business and governance?
Dimensions to be addressed:- Eliminating bribery and bureaucracy- Exposing illicit financial flows- Exploring beneficial ownership through big data
This session is related to the Forum's Partnering Against Corruption Initiative (PACI).
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithLindiwe Mazibuko, Leader of the Opposition, Parliament of South Africa (2011-2014); Young Global Leader
12.00 - 12.45Dalian International Conference Center - Robot Maker Space
robot maker space 5
Design by Doing: Build Your First RobotDesign, build and experiment with handmade robots and find out how they will be part of our future.
Participants can also visit the Robot Maker Space outside scheduled session times. This learning experience was developed in partnership with Infosys and Carnegie Mellon University.
12.00 - 12.45Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
china in depth/philanthropy
China in Depth: The New Face of PhilanthropyPassed in September 2016, China's first Charity Law sets a new context for philanthropic activity. At the same time, charitable giving continues to rise, surpassing $15 billion annually. How will China's philanthropy sector increase its impact and unleash its full potential to ensure that socio-economic growth reaches all?
Come to the Transformation Hub for an in-depth exploration of China's critical social and economic challenges.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithDing Li, Vice-President, Non-Profit Incubator, People's Republic of ChinaElizabeth Knup, Country Director and Chief Representative, Ford Foundation, People's Republic of China
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12.00 - 12.45Dalian International Conference Center - Agora
4ir tech/vr ar
Human-Centred High-Tech: Virtual and Augmented RealityVirtual and augmented reality can allow transportation to new worlds and provide new channels to consume information, and yet we know little about how these technologies impact our brains and how we relate to each other. What protocols, partnerships and practices can address the policy dilemmas and unintended consequences of virtual and augmented reality, and ensure the benefits are widely shared?
This session supports the work of the Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in San Francisco.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
Introduced byMurat Sönmez, Head, Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Member of the Managing Board, World Economic Forum
Discussion LeadersEugene Chung, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Penrose Studios, USAJodi Halpern, Professor of Bioethics and Medical Humanities, University of California, Berkeley, USA
Facilitated byAllison Aubrey, Correspondent, National Public Radio, USA
12.00 - 12.45Dalian International Conference Center - Salon
paris agreement
Beyond Paris: Technology’s PromiseAs the United States withdraws from the climate deal, how could new technologies help drive progress on commitments made in Paris?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Marco Gazzino, Head, Partnerships and Innovation Intelligence, Enel, ItalyDavida Herzl, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Aclima, USAChanghua Wu, Director, China and Asia, Office of Jeremy Rifkin, People's Republic of China
Moderated byKeith Bradsher, Shanghai Bureau Chief, New York Times, USA
12.00 - 13.00Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
science without borders
Science with(out) BordersAnswering the next generation of big questions – from dark matter to curing cancer – will require financial and human resources that exceed any one nation's capacity. In the wake of rising nationalism, how can the global community collaborate to advance the frontiers of knowledge?
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese and Russian
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Jean-Pierre Bourguignon, President, European Research Council, BrusselsFan Jianping, Director, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, People's Republic of ChinaAndrei Fursenko, Aide to the President of the Russian FederationTammy Ma, Lead, Inertial Confinement Fusion, X-Ray Analysis Group, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, USA; Young ScientistWilfred Madius Tangau, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation of Malaysia
Moderated byNick Campbell, Executive Editor and Executive Vice-President, Global Institutional Partnerships, Nature, United Kingdom
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12.00 - 13.00Dalian International Conference Center - Arena
bloomberg/global economic outlook
Global Economic OutlookGlobal growth has returned to a healthy 3.5%, yet weak productivity growth, rising debt burdens and geo-economic tensions present new risks in many regions. How robust is the global economic recovery?
This session was developed in partnership with Bloomberg.
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be closed at the scheduled time.
Tyler Cowen, Professor of Economics, George Mason University, USARintaro Tamaki, Deputy Secretary-General, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), ParisZhang Tao, Deputy Managing Director, International Monetary Fund (IMF), Washington DCHelen Zhu, Managing Director and Head, China Fundamental Equities, BlackRock, Hong Kong SAR
Moderated byStephen Engle, TV Correspondent, Bloomberg News, Hong Kong SAR
12.15 - 12.45Dalian International Conference Center - Bio Lab Nexus
ask about/tumours
Ask About: Tumours
Understanding how tumours grow is at the core of developing methods to slow or stop cancer. Learn about the latest research on tumours.
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithCarl-Henrik Heldin, Professor of Molecular Cell Biology, Uppsala University, Sweden
12.30 - 13.15Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
smog free tower 5
Behind the Scenes: Smog Free TowerCould polluted air be a thing of the past? Visit the Smog Free Tower with artist and creator Daan Roosegaarde to learn more about the vision behind the world's largest smog vacuum cleaner.
Limited interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USADaan Roosegaarde, Artist and Innovator, Studio Roosegaarde, Netherlands; Young Global Leader
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Thursday 29 June
12.30 - 13.00Dalian International Conference Center - BetaZone
insight/jin
An Insight, An Idea with Jin XingA conversation with choreographer and television host Jin Xing on her journey of overcoming societal barriers to become one of China's most influential personalities
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Jin Xing, Choreographer and Founder, Jin Xing Dance Theatre Shanghai, People's Republic of China
12.30 - 14.00Dalian International Conference Center - xChange
lifelong learning
Building Skills for Life through CreativityWith the rapid rise of new technologies, products and services, and ways of working, creativity, collaboration and critical thinking are among the top attributes needed by 2020 for workers to thrive in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. How can organizations and societies better prepare the workforce for lifelong learning and keep pace with change to drive innovation?
Session objectives:- Develop organizational structures for creativity - Assess current and future skills needs in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution- Create a path for lifelong learning
This hands-on workshop was developed in partnership with LEGO Foundation.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Introduced byJohn Goodwin, Chief Executive Officer, The LEGO Foundation, Denmark
Mauro Dell'Ambrogio, State Secretary for Education and Research and Innovation of SwitzerlandSo-Young Kang, Catalyst, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Gnowbe, Singapore; Young Global LeaderThomas Kolditz, Director, Ann and John Doerr Institute for New Leaders, Rice University, USA
Moderated byAnnie Koh, Vice-President, Office of Business Development; Academic Director, Business Families Institute; Professor of Finance (Practice), Singapore Management University, Singapore
12.45 - 14.00Dalian International Conference Center - IdeasLab
future of conflict
The Future of ConflictPrevious industrial revolutions have been intimately connected to changes in the way nations wage war. How will the Fourth Industrial Revolution shape the future of conflict?
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Discussion LeadersJacques Pellet, Personal Envoy of the President for China, International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), GenevaIlya Sachkov, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Group-IB, Russian FederationWang Dong, Professor, Peking University, People's Republic of China; Secretary General, Academic Committee, The Pangoal Institution.Michele Wucker, Chief Executive Officer, The Gray Rhino & Company, USA; Young Global Leader
Moderated byChristopher Zember, Chief Technology Officer, Alion Science and Technology, USA
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Thursday 29 June
13.00 - 13.30Dalian International Conference Center - Transformation Hub
transformation/human enhancement
World in Transformation: Human EnhancementFrom extreme bionics to neuroscience and genome editing, what are the breakthrough technologies that are transforming the future of human enhancement?
Join this session to explore the Transformation Map on Human Enhancement, co-curated with MIT.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithSimone Schurle, Postdoctoral Candidate, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA
13.00 - 13.30Dalian International Conference Center - Future Hub
thinking ahead/roots in the rainforest
Thinking Ahead: Roots in the RainforestWhat is one woman’s food-based business venture in the Amazon teaching us about local conservation and global markets?
The Thinking Ahead sessions spotlight members of the Social Engagement communities to share their unconventional ideas and bold initiatives that could change the world and reshape our common future.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithSofia Rubio, Chief Executive Officer, Shiwi, Peru
13.15 - 13.45Dalian International Conference Center - Global Situation Space
gss/oceans 3
Global Situation Space: The Big Picture on OceansFrom illegal fishing to marine pollution, explore the causes and consequences of man-made changes to water resources now and through time.
The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery, geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling.
Simultaneous interpretation in English and Mandarin Chinese
Please arrive early, as space is limited.
WithKristen Marhaver, Marine Biologist, Caribbean Research and Management of Biodiversity (CARMABI) Research Station, Netherlands Antilles; Young ScientistGabriel O'Donnell, Principal Research Programmer, CMU CREATE Lab, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
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Thursday 29 June
14.00 - 15.00Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
human-centred systems
Leading a Human-Centred RevolutionAdvances in genomics, precision medicine and neuroscience have the capacity to change who we are, what we think and how we behave. What values and principles will help us ensure that the Fourth Industrial Revolution will be human-centred?
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Maria-Elena Torres-Padilla, Director, Institute of Epigenetics and Stem Cells, Helmholtz Zentrum München, Germany; Co-Chair of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017; Young Scientist
15.00 - 15.10Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
closing remarks
Closing Remarks
Simultaneous interpretation in English, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese
This session will be livestreamed on TopLink and the Forum website.
Closing Remarks byDavid Aikman, Chief Representative Officer, Greater China, Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum Beijing Representative OfficeLu Lin, Vice-Mayor of Dalian
15.10 - 15.30Dalian International Conference Center - Studio
closing performance
Closing Performance
The Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2017 draws to a close with a powerful dance performance by the acclaimed Jin Xing Dance Theatre, bridging modern Chinese and Western styles and reaffirming the spirit of cross-cultural understanding.
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15.30 - 16.15Dalian International Conference Center - North Main Entrance
farewell reception
Farewell Reception
Participants are invited to a farewell reception co-hosted by the Dalian Municipal Government and the World Economic Forum.
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