Working Together: The need for collaboration
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In the second lecture, Lord Broers explores the origins of modern technologies. He emphasises that new products almost always result from the bringing together and evolving of existing capabilities and stresses the importance of teamwork. Using global positioning technology and the evolution of electronics as examples he talks about the need to be at the frontiers of technology in order to stand any chance of making the next breakthrough.
Our Experts' Responses
'Is there a technology that we would only regard as good?,' asks Joyce Fortune
'What are we aiming for - what is a "better life"?,' asks Derek Matravers
'Does the imperative for wealth creation inspire technological creativity?,' asks Nick Braithwaite
'Is advanced technology the only place to be?,' asks Tom Hewitt
Your Responses
What do you think about Broers' view and our experts' responses? Join the debate.
