REGENERATIVE PUNK
Dr. sabine seymour
eclectic speaker, visionary entrepreneur, extreme athlete
I am a data economist, body sensorist, and creative scientist dedicated to a regenerative lifestyle.
I founded my first studio MOONDIAL at the nexus between silicon and style in 1998 in New York. I joined Parsons School for Design and later became the inaugural professor of Fashionable Technology. Over the next 20 years I co-founded various ventures and initiatives focused on wearables, data, and AI in the verticals fashion, sports, health, and food. More here on my Linktr.ee.
I’m now based in Lisbon and on a farm in Austria where I can live my passions: food as medicine, sports as therapy, and functional health, which together with my quest for data sovereignty and conscious AI, fuel my upcoming publication, Regenerative Punk™. Follow my writings on Substack.
speaking
Keynotes that ignite
The expansive ballrooms at SXSW have resonated with my carefully curated panels, while my appearances at prestigious venues from TEDx to Cannes Lions have sparked conversations about our collective future.
At Autodesk's headquarters in San Francisco, I showcased visionary ideas that are reshaping the landscape of creative technology. The Disney Innovation Summit in Los Angeles provided a platform to examine the speculative future of entertainment.
Keynote topics
My body, my Data: Physical AI Revolution: Empowering Health Through Privacy
The wisdom of datA
Regenerative Punk
The Art of (Bio)diversity
The economics of data sovereignty
Think Tank
Unleash the power of eclectic collaboration
In the vibrant ecosystem of our Think Tanks, where human health (SUPA) and soil food (PONY EARTH) converge, we’re exploring a mélange of cutting-edge technology, and regenerative economic models.
I assemble eclectic teams of scientists, artists, technologists, and economists focusing on future technology and its relevancy for leadership.
The halls of BMW in Munich were the inspiration for workshops focused on innovation, at Johnson Controls in Detroit we examined the future of driving.
SELECT Clients
Intel
Nike
Lufthansa
autodesk
audi
Lux research
EON
Siemens
DUPONT
Fujifilm
BMW
vfc
Johnson controls
Disney
Macy’s
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Data Sovereignty
Imagine your health data as your own personal treasure. Personal data sovereignty in healthcare means you're the king or queen of that treasure! You decide who gets to see it, how it's used, and even where it's stored. It's about putting YOU in control of your health information, making sure it's safe and used responsibly. (Gemini)
Conscious AI
Imagine a future where your doctor isn't just a human, but a partner – an AI with a deep understanding of your unique body and mind. This isn't about replacing doctors, but about creating a team where AI excels at things humans struggle with:
Predicting the future: AI could analyze vast datasets to anticipate potential health risks before they even appear, allowing for proactive interventions and personalized prevention plans.
24/7 tireless care: Imagine an AI companion that monitors your health constantly, alerting you to subtle changes and offering real-time guidance. This could be a lifesaver for those with chronic conditions or living in remote areas.
Unbiased and objective: AI can analyze information without the biases that sometimes influence human decision-making, ensuring fairer and more equitable healthcare for all.
Disclaimer: This is a hypothetical scenario. True "conscious" AI, with human-like self-awareness, is still a distant goal. (Gemini)
Wearable Tech
Wearable technology refers to electronic devices that are worn on the body, often as accessories or embedded in clothing. These devices are designed to collect data, monitor health, track physical activity, or enhance daily tasks through sensors and connectivity. Examples include smartwatches, fitness trackers, smart glasses, and even wearable medical devices like heart rate monitors or glucose trackers. Wearable tech often integrates with smartphones and other devices to provide real-time feedback, notifications, and insights. It has applications in health and fitness, entertainment, productivity, and even augmented reality. (ChatGPT)
Physical AI
Physical AI in healthcare and wearables refers to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) embedded in wearable devices or systems that monitor and interact with the human body to improve health outcomes. These devices combine sensors (like heart rate monitors, accelerometers, and temperature sensors) with AI algorithms to track, analyze, and respond to physical data in real time. (Gemini)
Tokenization
Tokenization of physical assets refers to the process of converting real-world, tangible assets—like real estate, art, or commodities—into digital tokens that represent ownership or a share of that asset. These digital tokens are typically stored on a blockchain, a decentralized and secure digital ledger. (ChatGPT)
Sports as Therapy
Sport as therapy involves using physical activity or sports to improve mental, emotional, and physical health. It is often used to help individuals recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, or improve their overall well-being. Through exercise, sport can reduce stress, enhance mood, build strength, and support rehabilitation. It can be tailored to meet the specific needs of individuals, promoting both physical fitness and mental resilience. (Chat GPT)
Functional Health
Functional health is an approach that views your body as an interconnected web rather than isolated parts. Instead of just treating symptoms, it explores how different systems in your body work together - like how your gut health might affect your mood, or how poor sleep could impact your immune system.
Think of it like a symphony orchestra - every instrument (organ and system) needs to play in harmony for the best performance. When one section is off, it affects the entire piece. Functional health aims to find and fix the root causes of health issues by looking at this whole symphony of your body, from nutrition and sleep to stress and movement patterns. (Claude)
Food as Medicine
Food as medicine is an ancient healing philosophy that's gained modern scientific backing - the idea that what you eat directly influences your health, healing, and disease prevention.
Think of your body as a complex machine and food as both its fuel and repair kit. Just as premium gas keeps a car running smoothly, nutrient-rich foods can prevent illness and support healing. For example, berries fight inflammation, fatty fish boost brain health, and fermented foods support gut health. (Claude)
Data wisdom
The wisdom of data refers to extracting meaningful insights and knowledge from raw data to make better decisions. It goes beyond just collecting and analyzing data, focusing on understanding context, identifying patterns, and drawing actionable conclusions. This concept emphasizes that data alone isn't valuable – its true worth comes from interpreting it intelligently to solve real problems and improve outcomes. (Claude)
diversity
Diversity in artificial intelligence encompasses both representation in the field and fairness in AI systems themselves. The technology sector historically lacks diversity, particularly in leadership and technical roles, which can lead to AI systems that reflect and amplify societal biases. When AI teams lack diverse perspectives, they may overlook potential harms or fail to consider how their systems affect different communities. (Claude)
SUPA HEALTH is a think tank about the future of functional medicine.
What is the impact of climate change on our health? How much is our biometric data worth?
SUPA was born in New York in 2014. We used AI to compute lifestyle data from our sensorized garments and physical IoT devices. What are tokenized assets created by physical AI? More on Instagram.
We were too early. We learned a lot. In SUPA hero manner we're plotting to make the world a better place.
PONY EARTH is a think tank for a resilient food production and the art of biodiversity.
PONY EARTH collaborates with the scientific community, the food industry, agricultural sector, NGOs, artists, and stakeholders in the economy who are committed to biodiversity and the future of a resilient food system.
We developed a biodiversity visualizer using eDNA, soil chemistry, satelite, and weather data from our living farm lab to create regenerative art works (ReArt). More here.
We explore, we create, and share our insights.
MOONDIAL IS THE NEXUS BETWEEN SILICON AND STYLE since 1998.
MOOONDIAL was my first studio exploring the intersection of sensors, data, AI, and the body. In the early 2000s we developed wearable technologies for sports, researched conductive yarns for the textile industry, and worked on sensorized automobile car seats. Intel produced a video about our work.
Physical AI, data sovereignty, and bio-based materials are our current focus to achieve a regenerative lifestyle.
“Sabine Seymour presents with enthusiasm and a deep understanding of technology. She tackles the big issues of our time with curiosity and flexibility.”
Elisabeth Noever, Director, Creativity & Business, Vienna Business Agency
Select Awards
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I was invited to the White House State of Women in Washington organized by Michelle Obama, the NASA Solutions Meeting at the Space Center in Houston, and won the WomenWhoTech Challenge in New York.
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I received the Michael Kalil Fellowship for Smart Design, was a finalist fellow at the Tory Burch Foundation, and at Project Entrepreneur by Project Runway/UBS.
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A Rockefeller Foundation Grant was awarded to Computational Fashion Research Initiative I instigated at Eyebeam and I received numerous corporate commissions from VFC, BMW Guggenheim, DuPont, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.
books & Reports
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