Emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, biotechnology and advanced sensing increasingly cross the boundaries between science, business, national security and public policy. They can create new opportunities while also introducing unexpected risks and challenges
Public Lecture: Prof. Barry Sanders, Scientific Director, Quantum City, Calgary, Oct. 2 2026, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Title: Navigating opportunity and risk in emerging technologies
University of Lethbridge Co-op Centre for Sport & Wellness (PE250)
Contact: physics@uleth.ca | Zoom: uleth.zoom.us/j/97720331212
This talk introduces a new way to think about these technologies as they emerge—looking beyond simply civilian or military uses to consider their potential for beneficial, harmful, legitimate and illegitimate uses. Lecture followed by a panel discussion: “A Career in Quantum”.
Contact:
Atif Hussain | physics@uleth.ca | 403-329-2280 | ulethbridge.ca/artsci/physics-astronomy
