Humanity Plus Competitors

At Oxford Saïd, we develop leaders of the future through our world-leading research, our teaching excellence, and by fostering a vibrant community of students, faculty, staff, entrepreneurs and alumni. As part of the University of Oxford, we know the crucial role business plays in shaping our world and addressing humanity’s greatest challenges, from the climate crisis to the AI revolution. We harness our collective insights and expertise to equip the next generation with the knowledge and tools to lead with purpose and create ïmpact from within.

At the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS), we are inspired by the power of science to explain phenomena not previously understood, harnessing the best of the rational mind to make advances that further our knowledge and enhance our human experience. The mission of the Institute of Noetic Sciences is to reveal the interconnected nature of reality through scientific exploration and personal discovery. As scientists focused on what are common but not often understood phenomena, we are also aware of the vast historical records of wisdom practices that also speak to the mysteries and possibilities which allow us to access more of our human capacities. At IONS, our scientists apply the rigors of their respective disciplines to explore such phenomena, with a focus on understanding humanity’s inherent interconnectedness and the inner wisdom common to us all. Evidence from every domain—from medicine and technology, to education and business—demonstrates that when we access our innate knowing to gain clarity and discover deeper truths about ourselves, it fuels progress for everyone. Every day, the team at IONS is using the power of science to reveal the link between an individual’s inner wisdom, the interconnectedness which unites us all, and its power to enhance our lives. As a nonprofit organization, IONS research and experiential programs are funded by members and philanthropists who want to shape a world in which mind, consciousness, wisdom, and spirit, joined with the physical, make up the full human experience. For more information on donations and membership, visit noetic.org/give

For over two decades, the Machine Intelligence Research Institute (MIRI) has worked to understand and prepare for the critical challenges that humanity will face as it transitions to a world with artificial superintelligence. Our technical and philosophical work helped found the field of AI alignment, and our researchers originated many of the theories and concepts central to today’s discussions of AI.