The Humanities Center's 2026 Spring Lecture Series on "AI in Action: The Future of Humans" concludes on Monday, April 13 at 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Greenberg Center for Judaic Studies with Brian Wells, Associate Professor of Physics and Humanities Center Faculty Fellow, who will speak on "Beyond Human Design: AI-Driven Innovation in Metamaterials and Space Communication Systems.”
In this talk, Professor Wells will explore how AI is transforming the design processes and performance outcomes of antenna systems and metamaterials used in deep-space communication and exploration technologies. In addition, he will examine broader ethical implications of AI in scientific research regarding authorship, the “flattening” of human expertise, and the evolving role of scientists.
The spring 2026 lecture series is organized by Amy Weiss, Associate Professor of Judaic Studies and History, in association with Nicholas Ealy, Humanities Center Director. For more information on the Humanities Center, visit our website.