Tom Shannon
Roboticist & Inventor | Artificial Intelligence & Social Impact
About
Tom Shannon is a pioneering roboticist and inventor known for his innovative work at the intersection of artificial intelligence and social impact. As the founder of BioSentient Corp, he has developed groundbreaking biosensor technologies that enable new forms of human-machine interaction.
Shannon's TED Talks have reached millions, exploring how AI and robotics can enhance our lives while safeguarding human values. His keynotes offer a visionary yet practical look at the future of intelligent technology and its role in creating a more sustainable, equitable world.
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The painter and the pendulum
TED visits Tom Shannon in his Manhattan studio for an intimate look at his science-inspired art. An eye-opening, personal conversation with John Hockenberry reveals how nature's forces -- and the onset of Parkinson's tremors -- interact in his life and craft.
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