The Future of Competitiveness

Explore the future of competitiveness in this plenary lecture delivered by Dr. Sethuraman Panchanathan at the 2021 AAAS Annual Meeting. Gain insights from the 15th director of the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) as he draws upon his extensive experience in science, technology, engineering, and education spanning over three decades. Discover how Dr. Panchanathan's work in human-centered multimedia computing, haptic user interfaces, and person-centered ubiquitous computing technologies has contributed to empowering individuals with diverse abilities. Learn about the role of NSF in advancing scientific discovery, technological innovation, and STEM education, and understand the importance of these fields in shaping the future of competitiveness. Benefit from the perspective of a distinguished computer scientist, engineer, and leader in research and innovation organizations as he shares his vision for the future.