The idea of having a super soldier in the ranks is a tantalizing prospect for any military. Just imagine, a soldier who could withstand pain, extreme cold or the need to sleep. Although it may sound like something out of science fiction, emerging technologies capable of augmenting the human body are rapidly evolving and becoming a reality. Injectable night vision, blood engineered for the ability to breathe underwater,bionic hearing, all these are no longer science fiction. Super soldiers are fast becoming a reality as militaries across the world search for ways to beef up their troops to make them stronger, faster, and more deadly.
The idea of getting our hands on some highly coveted Marvel-Esque superpowers sounds exciting, however, there are some real-world fears and ethical questions that need to be asked. Just because we can, should we? The same technology in the hands of an insurgent or terrorist could create super terrorists capable of all kinds of destruction.
This super soldier Black Swan could truly save thousands of lives with a quick decisive win of a war; or the tech could fall into the hands of a dictator with nefarious intent. The use of Modeling and Simulation can help us better understand how to manage these new technologies. If you are in any way involved in helping our warfighters get a physical, or mental edge, then this is a must attend session! We have gathered a team of experts that have done extensive research into the area and can give us a rundown on the good, the bad and the ugly. Join us!