04/09/2025
How will AI shape human flourishing? It's the question defining our era.
As leaders, researchers, and forward-thinkers, we've all been grappling with this complex challenge. The intersection of artificial intelligence and human wellbeing isn't just an academic exercise, it's going to be defining issue of our time.
That's why we're excited to share Nick and Jon's recent conversation with Dr Michael Mannino - - who brings crucial expertise to help us navigate these uncharted waters in this newest episode.
The stakes couldn't be higher. As AI capabilities accelerate, we need thoughtful voices examining not just what we can build, but what we should build to enhance rather than diminish human potential.
Michael Mannino, Ph.D., is a neuroscientist, AI expert, educator, and philosopher, whose work sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, ethics, neuroscience, and optimal human performance. He holds a Ph.D. in Computational Cognitive Neuroscience, an M.A. in Philosophy, and a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Science. He is an adjunct professor, and has taught AI ethics, cognitive psychology, critical thinking, and applied neuroscience.
Michael has led multiple initiatives focused on the responsible development, education, and application of AI, including serving as the Director of AI Center at Miami Dade College, and the Director of Programs at the Institute for Data Science and Computing at University of Miami. He also served as the Chief Science Officer at the Flow Research Collective, founded by Steven Kotler, where he researched the science that underscores ultimate human performance, flow, and well-being.
Michael’s current work integrates brain science, technology, and systems thinking to optimize team performance. What drives his work is a belief in human potential and consciousness – particularly how science and technology can be used to expand it responsibly.
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