Fireside Chat with Dr. Sam Weiss Evans

What responsibilities come with building new technologies?

Join IDEA START for an interactive fireside chat with Dr. Sam Weiss Evans, an international expert in innovation governance and research security, whose work explores how emerging technologies move from research labs into real-world society.

Moderated by Dr. Loren Oschipok, this student-focused conversation will unpack what research security means in practical terms, how to share and collaborate responsibly, and how innovators can balance discovery with societal impact.

The session includes an open Q&A followed by an interactive whiteboarding activity facilitated by Daniel Heschuk, from Faculty of Science, where participants will help design AI policy decisions together, no technical background required.

Whether you’re a student, researcher, or innovator, you’ll leave with practical insights and one clear action you can take to move your work toward real-world impact.

🎓 Students from all disciplines welcome

Info: A guided discussion exploring:

What research security means in practical terms
The responsibilities that come with scientific discovery
Balancing innovation with societal impact
What responsible research looks like for students today

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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