What does the future hold? These days our vision of what’s next is often apocalyptic. Collectively we’re facing big problems ahead: nine billion people on the planet by 2050, climate chaos and the possible extinction of up to half the species. The paradox is, at the same time, science has brought us to the cusp of the most hopeful and transformative period in history. Scientists are using revolutionary new technologies to transform human existence, extend healthy life and alleviate suffering.

Surviving the Future takes a disquieting and astonishing look at some of our most radical new technologies and how science is approaching the challenges ahead.