Beatrice Erkers - Foresight Institute & Existential Hope

Beatrice Erkers describes how the Foresight Institute's Existential Hope program provides advocacy for emerging technologies in the nanotech, biotech, neurotech, computation & space sectors. The Foresight Institute is a San Francisco-based research non-profit that promotes the development of nanotechnology and other emerging technologies, such as safe AGI, biotech and longevity. It was founded in 1986 by Christine Peterson, K. Eric Drexler, and James C. Bennett with an initial focus on supporting the development of nanotechnology. Beatrice Erkers is the Chief of Operations at the Foresight Institute and program manager of the Existential Hope group. Beatrice has a background in the publishing industry and has several years of experience working with communication at Foresight and in the publishing industry. Her interest in the integration of technology and society has led her to work for Foresight Institute. Beatrice has a Bachelor's in Comparative Literature and a Master's in the History of Science & Ideas from Upsala University, along with studies & certifications in AI Alignment, Political Communication and Fashion Design from various institutions. She also volunteers for the Effective Altruism Uppsala and Uppsala Kvinnojour organizations. LINKS & RESOURCES: Foresight Institute https://foresight.org/ Existential Hope https://www.existentialhope.com/team/beatrice-erkers