The SMART America Institute convenes researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, students, and civic leaders to turn technological possibility into societal benefit.
Mission & approach
Our Mission
The SMART America Institute seeks to advance the responsible development, deployment, and governance of emerging technologies. By convening researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, students, and civic leaders, the Institute aims to translate technological possibility into societal benefit through informed dialogue, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based policy development.
Our Vision
Our vision is to help shape a future in which advances in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, quantum science, advanced materials, robotics, and other emerging technologies are guided by thoughtful policies that promote innovation, prosperity, human flourishing, and the public good.
How We Work
Through informed dialogue, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based policy development, the Institute brings together academia, industry, and the public sector to guide emerging technologies toward innovation, prosperity, human flourishing, and the public good.