Frequently Asked Questions

Adam is a biomedical and electrical engineer specializing in AI applications in healthcare, innovation strategy, and the intersection of technology and humanity. He holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering with focus on AI/ML in Healthcare from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.

Adam holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering, a Masters of Science in Engineering (with Distinction) both with a focus on AI/ML in Healthcare. He also holds two Bachelors degrees in Biomedical/Electrical Engineering, both from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.

Adam is a Professionally Registered Engineer (PrEng) in South Africa, a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in the United Kingdom, an Internationally Registered Professional Engineer (IntPE), and a European Engineer (EurIng) in the European Union. He is also a Senior Member of the South African Institute of Electrical Engineers (SMSAIEE), a Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (FIET), and a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (SMIEEE).

Adam has co-founded several companies including AURA (healthcare technology focused on AI-driven solutions), Resolute Education (educational technology platform), DSRUPT.ai, HAPI, HealthAI, Flourish, and PRTL (medical technology innovation company). He also served as CTO at VAT IT. He works with think3dots, his innovation consulting firm, where various investments and companies are listed (https://think3dots.com/).

Adam believes in 'the human side of technology' and views 'technology as an enabler of humanity.' His core messages include 'wield technology for good,' 'win with practical innovation,' and 'motivation through triumph.' He focuses on ethical AI adoption and human-AI collaboration.

Adam's keynote topics include 'Step Change' (motivational talk about overcoming adversity through insight and technology), 'The AI Zeitgeist' (AI in society and ethics), 'Wield Modern Magic' (frugal innovation), 'A[I] Healthcare Revolution' (AI in healthcare), 'Hacking Humans' (human-computer interface), and 'Intelligentia' (technical AI deep dive).

Adam has delivered 900+ keynotes across 5 continents, serving as faculty at Singularity University and speaking for clients including Deloitte, ABSA, AstraZeneca, AbbVie, Investec, and Momentum Health. He frequently serves as a summit closer and headline keynote speaker.

Adam offers keynote presentations (45-90 minutes), summit closing talks, workshop formats with practical AI tools, corporate training sessions, and educational guest lectures. He can adapt his content for different audiences and time constraints.

You can book Adam through his dedicated speaking page at https://adampantanowitz.com/keynote-speaker/book or contact him directly through https://adampantanowitz.com/contact. His team will work with you to customize the presentation for your specific audience and objectives.

Adam combines deep technical expertise with practical business insights and personal triumph stories. This creates stories of deep human insight, especially in the way we interact with technology. His approach bridges the gap between complex AI concepts and human understanding, making technology accessible while maintaining scientific rigor. Adam's real-world and hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, academia, and innovation sets him apart from other speakers. He was also trained as a professional speaker at Singularity University in Silicon Valley.

Adam has published 30+ peer-reviewed publications focusing on machine learning in healthcare, medical imaging and AI diagnostics, brain-computer interfaces, synthetic medical data generation using GANs, and epidemiological modeling.

His research focuses on machine learning in healthcare applications, medical imaging and AI diagnostics, SSVEP data generation and brain-computer interfaces, synthetic medical data generation using GANs, epidemiological modeling, AI ethics and society, and frugal innovation methodologies.

Adam serves as faculty at Singularity University, specializing in exponential technologies. He has spoken at Singularity University summits across multiple continents and contributes to their educational programs on AI and emerging technologies.

Frugal innovation is Adam's approach to creating meaningful change with accessible technology and constrained resources. He focuses on democratized technology access and practical solutions that can be implemented regardless of budget or infrastructure limitations.

Adam's key innovation projects include the brainternet project, eye controlled wheelchairs, eye tracking devices, and a brain-computer interface for controlling a robotic arm, and a variety of others. Many of his talks include these frugal innovation stories.

Adam combines his biomedical engineering background with AI expertise to develop practical healthcare solutions. His work includes AI-driven diagnostic tools, medical imaging applications, and data augmentation techniques for healthcare settings.

Adam works across healthcare, technology, education, and corporate sectors. His clients include healthcare professionals, technology companies, educational institutions, and corporate leadership teams seeking AI strategy guidance.

Adam takes a philosophical approach to AI adoption, emphasizing human-AI collaboration over replacement. He focuses on ethical considerations, societal impact, and ensuring AI serves humanity's best interests while maintaining transparency and accountability.

Adam specializes in making complex AI and technology concepts accessible to non-technical audiences. He uses practical examples, real-world applications, and clear analogies to bridge the gap between technical capability and human understanding.

Adam sees AI as a powerful tool for augmenting healthcare professionals rather than replacing them. He focuses on practical applications like diagnostic assistance, data analysis, and treatment optimization while maintaining the human element in healthcare delivery.