In 2025, global energy investment is projected to reach $3.3 trillion: $2.2 trillion of which targets clean technologies like renewables, nuclear, grids, storage, and electrification- twice the amount directed at fossil fuels. However, investment remains off-track to meet COP28 goals. Rising data center, cooling, and EV demand is reshaping electricity use, while nuclear rebounds and gas approvals climb. Faculty can align by advancing grid resiliency models, scalable energy storage technologies, and policy or investment frameworks that accelerate equitable, system-wide transitions to clean energy.
Robotic Surgery Ecosystems Raising Innovation Barriers
Robotic surgery has become standard in large-joint procedures and is now expanding into outpatient settings. As these systems become deeply integrated into clinical workflows, it becomes increasingly difficult for hospitals and surgeons to switch between device makers. This tight integration creates high barriers for new technologies. Faculty can contribute by designing implants, instruments, and software platforms that work across systems, promoting flexibility, reducing vendor lock-in, and enabling broader clinical adoption.
