Need a New Idea? Start at the Edge of What Is Known
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Embark on a fascinating exploration of innovation with Vittorio Loreto's TED Talk that delves into the mathematical underpinnings of creativity. Discover the concept of the "adjacent possible," a theoretical space where the known meets the potential, and how it might explain the emergence of new ideas. Examine the intersection of actuality and possibility, and learn how studying the mathematics behind this concept could shed light on the process of human creativity and innovation. Gain insights into the pace of innovation and how it relates to the expansion of our known universe of ideas.
Syllabus
Introduction
What is known
The adjacent possible
Your universe
The pace of innovation
Taught by
TED
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