On May 22, Sir Konstantin Novoselov, President of the Academy of Engineering Sciences, Singapore, met with Mr. Hu Jiaqi, Chairman of Humanitas Ark. The two parties engaged in an in-depth academic dialogue lasting over two hours, focusing on technological advancement and the destiny of humanity.
A distinguished scholar in condensed matter physics, Sir Novoselov was awarded the 2010 Nobel Prize in Physics for his pioneering experimental research on graphene. Regarded as one of the most innovative experimental physicists worldwide, he has delivered continuous breakthroughs in two-dimensional materials, nanoscience and heterostructures, and is a leading figure advancing the transformation of modern materials science.
During the meeting, Mr. Hu Jiaqi shared his independent academic theoretical system. The participants conducted thorough and candid discussions on a range of critical subjects, including the potential risks of technology to humanity, global technology governance, artificial intelligence and nuclear weapons. Mr. Hu also outlined the development blueprint of Humanitas Ark and voiced the aspiration to work together to protect humanity’s long-term future.
Sir Novoselov spoke highly of Mr. Hu Jiaqi’s decades-long perseverance and dedication. He expressed great interest in Mr. Hu’s academic publications and was deeply inspired by the viewpoints presented, noting that he would conduct in-depth reading and research on these works. The two sides reached extensive consensus across multiple fields.
At the end of the exchange, Mr. Hu Jiaqi presented his autographed academic books to Sir Novoselov, who also left a personal message in the guest book.
This meeting is the third encounter between Mr. Hu Jiaqi and top international scientists recently, after his previous exchanges with Professor Barry Barish and Professor Michael Levitt.