It's About People 2026: 09 New Renaissance

Описание: Explore the intellectual frontiers of the 21st century in this comprehensive session from the "It’s About People" conference, organized by Alma Mater Europaea University. As our global civilization faces unprecedented paradoxes—where technological progress outpaces moral judgment—this panel discusses the necessity of a "New Renaissance" to navigate the crises of ethics, artificial intelligence, and environmental sustainability.
Moderated by Howie Firth (Director of the Orkney International Science Festival), this interdisciplinary dialogue brings together leading thinkers to examine how classical humanistic values can be integrated into modern systems of governance, education, and technology.

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📍 Key Discussion Points & Participants:
The Vision of a New Renaissance – Andraž Ivšek (Slovenian Science Foundation) opens with a call for a societal transformation based on wisdom, responsibility, and the freedom to exchange knowledge.
Integral Green Europe – Dr. Darja Piciga presents a paradigm shift toward sustainability that integrates nature, culture, and economy, moving beyond "silo thinking".
Education for the 22nd Century – Dr. Samuel Abraham (BISLA) explores the role of Liberal Arts in the age of Artificial Super Intelligence, emphasizing the preservation of human character and moral disposition.
The Crisis of the Modern World – Peter Volasko presents the work of Dr. Igor Škamperle, comparing our current digital transition to the historical Renaissance and the need for a planetary consciousness.
Care for the Soul & European Identity – Dr. Luka Trebežnik draws on Jan Patočka’s philosophy to discuss Europe as a spiritual project defined by truth and responsibility.
Sovereignty and Physical AI – Professor Klaus Mainzer (President of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts) discusses the hidden impact of "physical AI" in infrastructure and the need for integrated value systems in engineering.
Planetary Consciousness & Universalism – Dr. Matej Makarovič analyzes the trends of individualization versus universalism and the shift toward a planet-centered awareness.
Living Architecture and the Expanded Human – Professor Rachel Armstrong introduces the concept of the "expanded human" and microbial economies, arguing for a new relationship with the invisible majority of life on Earth.
Ethics as the Foundation of Politics – Dr. Raphaela Santi uses Renaissance iconography to illustrate the difference between "Good and Bad Government," arguing that ethics must remain the core of political action.
The Peace Offensive & Critical Thinking – Donato Kiniger Pasigli (Vice President of the World Academy of Art and Science) discusses trust-building and the reduction of international tensions in a polarized world.
Rediscovering Forgotten Legacies – Jane Adams shares the vital work of restoring the art and stories of forgotten female artists of the Renaissance, such as Plautilla Nelli.
Special Contribution – Jonathan Granoff contributes to the discussion on the Socratic method, the pursuit of virtue, and the moral obligations we hold toward future generations.

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🎓 About the Conference:
"It’s About People" is the flagship international scientific conference of Alma Mater Europaea, focusing on the humanities, health sciences, archival sciences, and applied AI. This session explores how scientific and cultural diplomacy can be used as a "soft power" to prevent global conflicts.
Keywords: New Renaissance, Alma Mater Europaea, Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability, Liberal Arts, Ethics in Politics, Global Peace, Humanism, Planetary Consciousness, Integral Green Slovenia.
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