In my last post I wrote about the problems facing scientific discovery and how our system of research funding and support is stifling opportunities for young innovators. I’d like to expand on that by focusing on the larger system that this research is couched in, particularly the way in which education is tied to […]
Innovation and (Higher) Education Read More »
Thinking is a worthwhile term connected to ‘systems’ and ‘design’. New ways of visioning the systems we live in and how they are designed requires new ways of thinking and while it seemed funny at first, the use of the term ‘thinking’ seems more appropriate than ever to fit to both design and systems.
Thinking: Why the Word Matters to Systems and Design Read More »
The remarkable story of the Wizard of Oz (and Star Wars) provide interesting parallels for those trying to understand the role of the social innovator, the challenges they face, and the opportunities that they create.
Social Innovation: Lessons from the Wizard of Oz Read More »
Complexity can induce fear and fear is a big reason why people don’t innovate. There are reasons for this, but also solutions. This post explores some of them.
Complexity, Innovation and Fear Read More »
Seth Godin is a genius and deserves some consideration if you’re interested in changing the world and, just as important, changing yourself in the process. If you don’t know who he is, read on.
The Genius of Seth Godin Read More »
What we eat, how we produce the food we eat, whether our healthcare is environmentally sustainable, and how mobile technologies can help connect teens to health and filmmakers to audiences is all part of this week’s edition of Amazing Stuff.
Amazing Stuff: November 14th Edition Read More »
