Kathrin Spendier
@spendier.bsky.social
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Kathrin Spendier
@spendier.bsky.social
· Dec 17
Seen the recent Unitary Fund survey results?
@xprize.bsky.social #QuantumApplications competing Teams are pushing the top three priorities from this list! Exciting times
unitaryfund.github.io/survey-2024/
@xprize.bsky.social #QuantumApplications competing Teams are pushing the top three priorities from this list! Exciting times
unitaryfund.github.io/survey-2024/
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Testing for the #XPRIZEWildfire Autonomous Wildfire Response Track continues! 🔥 Team Pyr-Stop demonstrated an autonomous suppression drop in Bristol, UK, using a commercial water container, showcasing progress toward an integrated detection and response system.
#wildfire #wildfires #technology
#wildfire #wildfires #technology
November 14, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Testing for the #XPRIZEWildfire Autonomous Wildfire Response Track continues! 🔥 Team Pyr-Stop demonstrated an autonomous suppression drop in Bristol, UK, using a commercial water container, showcasing progress toward an integrated detection and response system.
#wildfire #wildfires #technology
#wildfire #wildfires #technology
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Efforts to remove carbon dioxide at scale continue to accelerate. 🌎 At #TrellisImpact25, our #XPRIZECarbonRemoval session explored how durable #carbonremoval can scale from innovation to gigatonne deployment, and the challenges and opportunities shaping its future.
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Efforts to remove carbon dioxide at scale continue to accelerate. 🌎 At #TrellisImpact25, our #XPRIZECarbonRemoval session explored how durable #carbonremoval can scale from innovation to gigatonne deployment, and the challenges and opportunities shaping its future.
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
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One of the many highlights of #TrellisImpact25 was Anousheh Ansari taking the stage as a keynote speaker. She shared her story, as well as the story of XPRIZE, reminding the audience that the path to solving our greatest challenges begins with courage and collaboration.
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
One of the many highlights of #TrellisImpact25 was Anousheh Ansari taking the stage as a keynote speaker. She shared her story, as well as the story of XPRIZE, reminding the audience that the path to solving our greatest challenges begins with courage and collaboration.
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
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We were proud to partner with #XPRIZERainforest second-place winner, Map of Life, on the Zendarium at #TrellisImpact25. 🌿 The immersive experience brought the sounds, sights, and scents of the #rainforest to life, reminding us why protecting nature matters.
#biodiversity
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
#biodiversity
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
November 11, 2025 at 5:27 PM
We were proud to partner with #XPRIZERainforest second-place winner, Map of Life, on the Zendarium at #TrellisImpact25. 🌿 The immersive experience brought the sounds, sights, and scents of the #rainforest to life, reminding us why protecting nature matters.
#biodiversity
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
#biodiversity
@trellisgroup.bsky.social
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Hopeful. Mind-expanding. Purposeful. Those are just some of the many ways to describe #Visioneering. We were able to get all three top prize ideas funded at this year’s event. Our prizes prove philanthropy can deliver 60x ROI in global impact. Learn more: www.xprize.org/news/impact-...
#Innovation
#Innovation
November 3, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Hopeful. Mind-expanding. Purposeful. Those are just some of the many ways to describe #Visioneering. We were able to get all three top prize ideas funded at this year’s event. Our prizes prove philanthropy can deliver 60x ROI in global impact. Learn more: www.xprize.org/news/impact-...
#Innovation
#Innovation
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We’re proud to reveal the XPRIZE #QuantumApplications Semifinalists! 🖥️ Narrowed down from 133 submissions, these 20 Semifinalist teams are helping to bring quantum algorithm innovation from concept toward real-world capability. Learn more here: www.xprize.org/prizes/qc-ap...
#quantum
#quantum
October 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM
We’re proud to reveal the XPRIZE #QuantumApplications Semifinalists! 🖥️ Narrowed down from 133 submissions, these 20 Semifinalist teams are helping to bring quantum algorithm innovation from concept toward real-world capability. Learn more here: www.xprize.org/prizes/qc-ap...
#quantum
#quantum
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Imagine a future where clean water is readily and easily accessible to all, enhancing communities worldwide and safeguarding marine ecosystems. 💧The #XPRIZEWaterScarcity Qualified Teams are driving solutions to make that a reality. Learn more: xprize.org/prizes/water...
youtube.com/shorts/nWTmz...
youtube.com/shorts/nWTmz...
These Incredible Innovators Are Helping to Scale Global Water Access 🤯💧 #shorts
YouTube video by XPRIZE
youtube.com
October 3, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Imagine a future where clean water is readily and easily accessible to all, enhancing communities worldwide and safeguarding marine ecosystems. 💧The #XPRIZEWaterScarcity Qualified Teams are driving solutions to make that a reality. Learn more: xprize.org/prizes/water...
youtube.com/shorts/nWTmz...
youtube.com/shorts/nWTmz...
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Quantum computing meets building blocks. 🖥️ Researchers have developed a modular design with superconducting qubits that achieves ~99% efficient inter-module operations, making scalable, reconfigurable quantum systems possible. Learn more.⬇️ scitechdaily.com/scientists-b...
#quantum #quantumcomputing
#quantum #quantumcomputing
Scientists Build Quantum Computer That Snaps Together Like LEGOs
A modular quantum processor design shows ~99% fidelity. It paves the way for scalable quantum computing. What do children’s building blocks and quantum computing have in common? The answer is modulari...
scitechdaily.com
September 11, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Quantum computing meets building blocks. 🖥️ Researchers have developed a modular design with superconducting qubits that achieves ~99% efficient inter-module operations, making scalable, reconfigurable quantum systems possible. Learn more.⬇️ scitechdaily.com/scientists-b...
#quantum #quantumcomputing
#quantum #quantumcomputing
Can’t wait for @xprize.org #Visioneering! 💡 It’s always inspiring to be surrounded by people passionate about solving big global challenges. We’ll be discussing, debating, and voting on bold ideas that could become the next XPRIZE. Join me: bit.ly/3HBNhCr
September 11, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Can’t wait for @xprize.org #Visioneering! 💡 It’s always inspiring to be surrounded by people passionate about solving big global challenges. We’ll be discussing, debating, and voting on bold ideas that could become the next XPRIZE. Join me: bit.ly/3HBNhCr
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Nobel Prize Laureate Roger Penrose, Yvette Fuentes, and myself, request your help in order to save an archive of incredible scientific and historical value. Please raise awareness by *sharing*, or *contribute*:
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/roger-penr...
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/roger-penr...
Roger Penrose & Friends Appeal for Unique Archive
To digitise and restore the worlds largest collection of audio and visual recordings within the scientific community, spanning over 50 years
www.crowdfunder.co.uk
September 8, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Nobel Prize Laureate Roger Penrose, Yvette Fuentes, and myself, request your help in order to save an archive of incredible scientific and historical value. Please raise awareness by *sharing*, or *contribute*:
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/roger-penr...
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/roger-penr...
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It’s #HealthyAgingMonth! From sci-fi dreams to reality, genetics and medicine are opening the door to healthier decades ahead. Mapping cellular hallmarks of aging and testing therapies like rapamycin are helping us discover how to slow the aging process. Learn more. ⬇️ www.youtube.com/shorts/YNtxG...
These 3 Innovations Are Driving the Future of Healthy Aging 🤯 | XPRIZE Healthspan #shorts
YouTube video by XPRIZE
www.youtube.com
September 8, 2025 at 4:52 PM
It’s #HealthyAgingMonth! From sci-fi dreams to reality, genetics and medicine are opening the door to healthier decades ahead. Mapping cellular hallmarks of aging and testing therapies like rapamycin are helping us discover how to slow the aging process. Learn more. ⬇️ www.youtube.com/shorts/YNtxG...
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Innovation and collaboration defined the #XPRIZEWaterScarcity Track A Team Summit last week. 50+ teams came together at the XPRIZE Canada Hub at @ucalgary.bsky.social for insightful panels, team presentations, and networking. Stay tuned as we announce the Qualified Teams at #ClimateWeekNYC!
August 29, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Innovation and collaboration defined the #XPRIZEWaterScarcity Track A Team Summit last week. 50+ teams came together at the XPRIZE Canada Hub at @ucalgary.bsky.social for insightful panels, team presentations, and networking. Stay tuned as we announce the Qualified Teams at #ClimateWeekNYC!
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Semifinals testing is in full swing for the #XPRIZEWildfire Autonomous Wildfire Response Track, and we kicked it off with Team Ember Flash Aerospace! 🔥 The team gave live demonstrations and showcased their tech, including a drone, quadcopter, and camera and sensors.
#wildfire #wildfires #tech
#wildfire #wildfires #tech
August 28, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Semifinals testing is in full swing for the #XPRIZEWildfire Autonomous Wildfire Response Track, and we kicked it off with Team Ember Flash Aerospace! 🔥 The team gave live demonstrations and showcased their tech, including a drone, quadcopter, and camera and sensors.
#wildfire #wildfires #tech
#wildfire #wildfires #tech
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Quantum computing could transform society—but how do we turn promise into practice? 🖥️ XPRIZE #QuantumApplications is challenging innovators to develop #quantum algorithms for real-world problems. Read more in
@spendier.bsky.social's HAUS interview: infinitefrontiers.io/conversation...
@spendier.bsky.social's HAUS interview: infinitefrontiers.io/conversation...
Making Quantum Computing’s Promise a Reality with XPRIZE’s Kathrin Spendier – Infinite Frontiers
infinitefrontiers.io
August 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Quantum computing could transform society—but how do we turn promise into practice? 🖥️ XPRIZE #QuantumApplications is challenging innovators to develop #quantum algorithms for real-world problems. Read more in
@spendier.bsky.social's HAUS interview: infinitefrontiers.io/conversation...
@spendier.bsky.social's HAUS interview: infinitefrontiers.io/conversation...
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Imagine if #quantumcomputers could predict the activity and safety of drug molecules in the human body, or allow for more accurate modeling of new battery designs. XPRIZE #QuantumApplications aims to make that a reality. Learn about the competition. ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLBI...
#quantum
#quantum
XPRIZE Quantum Applications | Google Quantum AI
YouTube video by Google Quantum AI
www.youtube.com
August 19, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Imagine if #quantumcomputers could predict the activity and safety of drug molecules in the human body, or allow for more accurate modeling of new battery designs. XPRIZE #QuantumApplications aims to make that a reality. Learn about the competition. ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLBI...
#quantum
#quantum
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Experts project a 50% rise in wildfire frequency in California by 2100, but the wildfire crisis isn’t confined to one state. Communities worldwide are facing wildfire destruction. But the future of #wildfire response is being built today. Learn more. ⬇️ www.latimes.com/environment/...
#wildfires
#wildfires
California's wildfire moonshot: How new technology will defeat advancing flames
How will we fight fires in the future? With smart fire trucks and smart nozzles, uniforms with intelligent fabrics, and pilot-less helicopters — and lots of AI
www.latimes.com
August 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Experts project a 50% rise in wildfire frequency in California by 2100, but the wildfire crisis isn’t confined to one state. Communities worldwide are facing wildfire destruction. But the future of #wildfire response is being built today. Learn more. ⬇️ www.latimes.com/environment/...
#wildfires
#wildfires
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How can we fight fire with innovation? #XPRIZEWildfire teams are developing groundbreaking technologies to do exactly that. Semifinalist Team, FLARE-X, was recently featured in this
@fox7austin.bsky.social news segment. Learn more about their work here. www.fox7austin.com/news/xprize-...
#wildfire
@fox7austin.bsky.social news segment. Learn more about their work here. www.fox7austin.com/news/xprize-...
#wildfire
August 15, 2025 at 4:11 PM
How can we fight fire with innovation? #XPRIZEWildfire teams are developing groundbreaking technologies to do exactly that. Semifinalist Team, FLARE-X, was recently featured in this
@fox7austin.bsky.social news segment. Learn more about their work here. www.fox7austin.com/news/xprize-...
#wildfire
@fox7austin.bsky.social news segment. Learn more about their work here. www.fox7austin.com/news/xprize-...
#wildfire
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#XPRIZERainforest had a jam-packed schedule during São Paulo Climate Week! 🌱 From panels to showcases of the Finalists’ solutions, it was a week full of hope and inspiration for the future of rainforest biodiversity. Learn more about teams’ tech: www.xprize.org/prizes/rainf...
#biodiversity
#biodiversity
August 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
#XPRIZERainforest had a jam-packed schedule during São Paulo Climate Week! 🌱 From panels to showcases of the Finalists’ solutions, it was a week full of hope and inspiration for the future of rainforest biodiversity. Learn more about teams’ tech: www.xprize.org/prizes/rainf...
#biodiversity
#biodiversity
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“Out of necessity comes innovation. We’re seeing fast fires and they’re hitting communities more often.” - Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell
#Wildfires are increasing in intensity, which is why our technology needs to keep pace. Learn more here. ⬇️ washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
@washingtonpost.com
#Wildfires are increasing in intensity, which is why our technology needs to keep pace. Learn more here. ⬇️ washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
@washingtonpost.com
Satellites and drone swarms: The new high-tech quest to fight wildfires
A nonprofit is sending satellites into space to detect wildfire with unprecedented precision.
washingtonpost.com
August 13, 2025 at 4:25 PM
“Out of necessity comes innovation. We’re seeing fast fires and they’re hitting communities more often.” - Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell
#Wildfires are increasing in intensity, which is why our technology needs to keep pace. Learn more here. ⬇️ washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
@washingtonpost.com
#Wildfires are increasing in intensity, which is why our technology needs to keep pace. Learn more here. ⬇️ washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
@washingtonpost.com
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As droughts intensify and groundwater runs dry, desalination is booming, with global capacity set to rise 25% by 2029. But high energy use and brine waste raise the question: can it scale sustainably? Learn more. ⬇️ www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
#waterscarcity #water
#waterscarcity #water
Why the environmental impacts of a boom in desalination are too big to ignore
The process of desalination produces highly concentrated brine as a waste product, which can create ocean ‘dead zones’. Most desalination plants around the world are also powered by fossil fuels, writ...
www.independent.co.uk
August 12, 2025 at 4:07 PM
As droughts intensify and groundwater runs dry, desalination is booming, with global capacity set to rise 25% by 2029. But high energy use and brine waste raise the question: can it scale sustainably? Learn more. ⬇️ www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
#waterscarcity #water
#waterscarcity #water
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We’re in a global water crisis. 2.2 billion people lack access to safe water. But what if the solution to this pressing challenge is…in the air? Water Abundance XPRIZE winner
Skysource tackled this problem with their WEDEW technology. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTkl...
#Water #Technology
Skysource tackled this problem with their WEDEW technology. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTkl...
#Water #Technology
August 11, 2025 at 4:25 PM
We’re in a global water crisis. 2.2 billion people lack access to safe water. But what if the solution to this pressing challenge is…in the air? Water Abundance XPRIZE winner
Skysource tackled this problem with their WEDEW technology. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTkl...
#Water #Technology
Skysource tackled this problem with their WEDEW technology. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTkl...
#Water #Technology
Join the #QuantumComputing ecosystem at IEEE Quantum Week 2025! You don't want to miss it!
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August 8, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Join the #QuantumComputing ecosystem at IEEE Quantum Week 2025! You don't want to miss it!
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15 #XPRIZEWildfire Autonomous Wildfire Response Semifinalist Teams are pushing the limits of technology to detect and extinguish wildfires in under 10 minutes. From high schools to research institutions, learn about the teams’ work. ⬇️ news.mongabay.com/short-articl...
@mongabay.com
#wildfires
@mongabay.com
#wildfires
Drone swarms and AI take aim at stopping wildfires in 10 minutes
Fifteen teams have advanced to the semifinal round of XPRIZE’s $5 million Autonomous Wildfire Response Track, moving one step closer to proving that autonomous systems can detect and extinguish wildfi...
news.mongabay.com
August 8, 2025 at 4:06 PM
15 #XPRIZEWildfire Autonomous Wildfire Response Semifinalist Teams are pushing the limits of technology to detect and extinguish wildfires in under 10 minutes. From high schools to research institutions, learn about the teams’ work. ⬇️ news.mongabay.com/short-articl...
@mongabay.com
#wildfires
@mongabay.com
#wildfires
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Concrete is one of the largest contributors to CO2 emissions.
CarbonBuilt, one of the two grand prize winners of the NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE, is working to transform the concrete industry through its groundbreaking technology. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_VM...
#climatechange #concrete
CarbonBuilt, one of the two grand prize winners of the NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE, is working to transform the concrete industry through its groundbreaking technology. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_VM...
#climatechange #concrete
August 6, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Concrete is one of the largest contributors to CO2 emissions.
CarbonBuilt, one of the two grand prize winners of the NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE, is working to transform the concrete industry through its groundbreaking technology. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_VM...
#climatechange #concrete
CarbonBuilt, one of the two grand prize winners of the NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE, is working to transform the concrete industry through its groundbreaking technology. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_VM...
#climatechange #concrete