Future of disaster tech: Desperate Times, Exponential Measures The harsh conditions and extreme circumstances of natural disasters can push us forward. Whether we're talking about an existing product, a working prototype—or even a good idea—putting tech to work in the worst of environments can help humans not only survive, but also build the future of technology. In this talk, Desi Matel-Anderson, CEO of the Global Disaster Innovation Group, takes us on a journey from the Syrian Refugee Crisis, to the US/Mexico Border, to Nepal, to the recent wildfires in Alberta. Whether it's fusing virtual reality and ancient theatre to reduce tensions in a conflict, to building futures for children through robotics, to applying game theory to prepare the public for monsoon season, Desi and her team are pushing the boundaries of technology.

2. The Impact of
Human Performance
on a Global Population

3. Empowering Humans to Create
Cutting-Edge Disaster Solutions

4. The Team

5. Future of Response Includes
Designing for Survivors.

6. …Designing VR Beyond Current Use.

7. First Responders May Not Be Human…

8. Artificial Intelligence that
Empowers Survivors.

9. (Truly) Off-The-Grid Power Supply

10. Earthquake Detection Beyond Our
Wildest Dreams

11. Q&A

12. http://fieldinnovationteam.org
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