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Chemical Engineering Graduate Seminars

Monday, October 16, 2006

The Future and Challenges of Technology for the Prosperity and Well-Being of the World


Dr. Abolhassan Vafai
Professor, International & Scientific Cooperation Director of SUT Civil Engineering Department
Sharif University of Technology

Abstract

In this seminar, an overview of the important role which technology plays in our everyday lives and in improving standards of living will be presented. Then, a few of the emerging technologies, which will change the way we live today, will be introduced. In addition, a close look at the economically fast developing countries, which will soon dominate the world market, will help us to understand the problems, which developed countries, may face in the future. Finally, those challenges which technology may face in the future in order to make its promises become true are examined.

URL:
http://sharif.edu/~vafai/


Refreshments will be served after the seminar in the HEDCO lobby.

Audiences: Everyone is Invited