Forty years of pioneering the future. Now, what’s next?
2026 marks the 40th anniversary of Foresight Institute. For the past decades, we’ve championed frontier science and technology; supported future Nobel Prize-winning research, hosted the world’s first nanotechnology conference, and provided early platforms for AGI discussions. Now we’re ready to write the next chapter.
This three-day gathering brings together cutting-edge presentations from renowned thought leaders, expert office hours, unconference discussions, 1:1 connections, immersive experiences, and live technology demonstrations. We’ll also award a $10,000 grant to a project advancing the frontiers of science.
Themes
Join us as we explore humanity’s frontiers with 50+ experts:
- Secure & Sovereign AI
- Neuro AI & AI for Neuro
- Life Unlimited: LongBio & Cryo
- Molecular Manufacturing
- Energy & Space
- Existential Hope
- New Funding & Innovation Paradigms
Who will I meet?
Our Vision Weekends bring together around 300 frontier academics, builders, entrepreneurs, funders, and activists, building better futures through science and technology. While Foresighters might specialize in one domain – such as longevity, neurotechnology, AI, nanotechnology, energy or space – most of us love to peek into other fields and drive progress at the intersections. We all share an excitement about what the future might hold, and a sense of responsibility to make it go well. In addition to the official sessions, we encourage you to schedule 1-1s or group discussions with other participants to deep dive into shared areas of interest and start collaborating!
These gatherings deliver concrete results; startups have launched, funding raised, partnerships formed, and talented people have found their next teams and opportunities. You can expect meaningful connections, new projects to join, and insights that reshape how you approach your field.
Lightning Talks
The future is brought to you – by you! Whether you want to throw another AI talk into the mix, or think the hype is overblown and want to discuss an entirely different domain for frontier innovation, the stage is yours!
Office Hours
Meet brilliant organizations building beautiful futures! Drop in to learn more about opportunities to collaborate, or chat about topics of shared interest. After registering, you can apply to host your own office hour.
$10,000 Project Pitch Contest
The future needs to be built. Foresight is a community of builders and our mission is to help you accelerate progress. That is why we host a project pitch contest, awarding a $10k grant to the winning proposal for advancing frontier tech for the benefit of life!
Tech Demos, Interactive Art & Surprise Experiences
The future is fun! Are you working on a new longevity diagnostic or non-invasive brain-computer interface? Need test subjects for a study? Producing futurist music or interactive art? Please share! After registering, you can apply to host a demo or share an experience.
VIP Events
Beyond the main event, we are inviting speakers, sponsors, All Access Pass holders, Fellows, and grantees to exclusive gatherings across the Bay Area. Get excited for the pre-party aboard the USS Hornet aircraft carrier and a lab tour at the E11 Bio connectomics lab and LongShot spacegun company. Saturday evening features our Cypherpunk party at Foresight’s AI Node – dress up as the future you would like to see, and indulge in a wonderful dinner, drinks, and the now notorious dance party!
