Swiss–Korean Innovation Week
Join the Wyss Center in Seoul on May 19-23!
The future of Human Augmentation — where neuroscience, AI, and biotechnology converge to enhance human potential
Hosted by the Embassy of Switzerland in the Republic of Korea, this flagship annual event fosters collaboration across science, technology, innovation, and diplomacy. This year’s theme, Human Augmentation, invites us to reflect on how cutting-edge technologies — from neuroprosthetics to cognitive enhancement — are reshaping what it means to be human.
Human Augmentation, at the crossroads of biotechnology, AI, and robotics, seeks to enhance human abilities through transformative technologies. While innovations like glasses and prosthetics have long extended human capabilities, the field now encompasses advanced neuroprosthetics, AI-driven enhancements, and wearable tech.
In the upcoming Innovation Week, we will delve into groundbreaking advancements in human augmentation. Through engaging workshops, insightful panel discussions, and hands-on activities, we aim to explore the latest in biomedical and cognitive enhancement, healthspan extension, and beyond. We’ll also address the ethical considerations and cultural dimensions of these technologies, offering a comprehensive perspective on their impact.
Join us for this captivating week of exploration and innovation as we unlock the potential of human augmentation and push the boundaries of human capability for a more connected and resilient future.
Don’t miss our events
Anticipatory Leadership and Science Diplomacy Workshop
With Kyuhwa Lee
Enhancing the Future of Healthcare: Biomedical, Cognitive, and Healthspan Breakthroughs from Switzerland and Korea
With Kyuhwa Lee
The Promise and Perils of Augmented Communication
With Kyuhwa Lee
Since its inception in 2018, the Swiss-Korean Innovation Week has emerged as a flagship annual event. With a core focus on fostering collaboration between Switzerland and Korea across various domains, including science & technology, research, creative industries and business, the Innovation Week serves as a dynamic platform for advancing bilateral cooperation.
Over the years, the Innovation Week has strategically addressed focus areas of mutual interest to both nations. These include Medical Technologies, Smart Living, Circular Economy, Green Transition, Diversity, Enabling Innovation and the Trust Equation. Each year, the event showcases groundbreaking innovations, highlighting the synergies and innovative strengths of both Switzerland and Korea.