1. Climate Change:
a. What are the primary factors driving climate change?
b. What are some practical strategies for mitigating climate change at the individual, community, and global levels?
c. Which species are most threatened by climate change, and why?
d. How does climate change impact human health?
e. How does climate change exacerbate social and economic inequality?
f. What are some of the economic opportunities that could come from addressing climate change?
g. How are human behaviors contributing to climate change and what can be done about it?
h. What innovative technologies are there to combat climate change?
i. How is climate change impacting agriculture and food production?
j. How can we better educate people about the effects of climate change?
2. Pandemics and Epidemic Diseases:
a. What public health strategies proved most effective in containing the COVID-19 pandemic?
b. How do pandemics typically start, and how can we prevent them?
c. How does global travel contribute to the spread of pandemics?
d. How are healthcare systems coping with the demands of the ongoing pandemic and what improvements can be made?
e. What steps can individuals take to protect themselves during a pandemic?
f. How can we address the economic fallout of pandemics?
g. What role does misinformation play in the spread of pandemics and how can this be addressed?
h. How have pandemics historically reshaped societies?
i. What are the long-term psychological impacts of a pandemic?
j. How might our approach to building infrastructure and cities change in response to pandemics?
3. Nuclear War:
a. What are the current safeguards preventing the use of nuclear weapons?
b. How has the threat of nuclear war evolved over time?
c. What are the likely impacts of a nuclear war on the global climate?
d. How can international relations be improved to decrease the risk of nuclear war?
e. What are some historical lessons learned from past conflicts to avoid nuclear escalation?
f. What are the responsibilities of nuclear and non-nuclear states under international law?
g. How can nuclear energy be safely managed and used for peaceful means?
h. What role do international treaties and organizations play in preventing nuclear war?
i. How can citizens influence their governments' approaches to nuclear weapons?
j. What impact does the possession of nuclear weapons have on geopolitical balance?
4. Artificial Intelligence and Automation:
a. How is artificial intelligence changing the job market?
b. What industries are most at risk from automation?
c. What new job opportunities could arise from automation and AI?
d. How can we ensure that AI and automation are developed and implemented ethically?
e. What skills will become more important in an automated world?
f. How are businesses benefiting from AI and automation?
g. What implications does AI automation have for personal privacy and data security?
h. How can government policy ensure that the benefits of AI and automation are distributed equitably?
i. How can education prepare individuals for a more automated future?
j. What are the potential risks if AI development is left unregulated?
5. Global Poverty:
a. What factors contribute to global poverty?
b. Why has it been difficult to eradicate extreme poverty?
c. What institutions or systems perpetuate global poverty?
d. How does global poverty impact global security and stability?
e. What solutions to global poverty have been successful, and why?
f. How can international trade policies be adjusted to assist impoverished nations?
g. How does education influence poverty levels?
h. What role do social, political, and economic inequalities play in global poverty?
i. How are climate change and poverty interrelated?
j. How can individuals and communities help address global poverty?
6. Food Insecurity:
a. Why is food insecurity a persistent issue in many parts of the world?
b. How does climate change contribute to food insecurity?
c. What role can agriculture technology play in solving food insecurity?
d. How does the global food system contribute to food insecurity in certain regions?
e. How does food insecurity affect individual and community health?
f. What policies can ensure more equitable distribution of food resources?
g. Can urban farming contribute to solving food insecurity?
h. What strategies can help developing countries become more food secure?
i. What role do economic and political factors play in food insecurity?
j. How does food insecurity contribute to social and political instability?
7. Water Scarcity:
a. What are the root causes of water scarcity?
b. How does climate change affect water availability?
c. What solutions exist to help communities facing water scarcity?
d. How can we improve the sustainable use of water resources?
e. What are the potential impacts of water scarcity on human health?
f. How do geopolitical conflicts contribute to water scarcity?
g. How can we better educate people and communities about water conservation?
h. What role does infrastructure play in securing access to clean water?
i. How does water scarcity impact agriculture and food production?
j. How can improved technology help mitigate water scarcity?
8. Overpopulation:
a. What trends are driving global overpopulation?
b. How does overpopulation exacerbate climate change?
c. What sustainable solutions can manage the challenges of overpopulation?
d. Can technological innovation keep up with the demands of an increasing population?
e. What are the implications of overpopulation for biodiversity?
f. How can we tackle the social challenges posed by overpopulation?
g. How does overpopulation impact the distribution of resources?
h. How does urban planning need to adapt to an increasing global population?
i. How can education and empowerment programs help address overpopulation?
j. How are healthcare systems affected by overpopulation?
9. Inequality:
a. Where do we see the harshest social and economic inequalities?
b. How does inequality impact social cohesion and political stability?
c. How does economic inequality affect personal health and wellbeing?
d. What are the main drivers of income and wealth inequality?
e. What effects do policy choices have on economic inequality?
f. How can addressing inequality improve overall economic growth?
g. Are there technological or educational solutions that could reduce inequality?
h. How does structural racism contribute to inequality?
i. How can empowering women and vulnerable demographics impact inequality?
j. What role do labor markets play in exacerbating or alleviating inequality?
10. Biodiversity loss:
a. How does global biodiversity loss impact ecosystems?
b. What are the root causes of biodiversity loss?
c. Can the rate of biodiversity loss be slowed, and if so, how?
d. How does biodiversity loss impact human societies?
e. Which species are most at risk from biodiversity loss?
f. How are habitat destruction and biodiversity loss connected?
g. Can technology help in protecting and restoring biodiversity?
h. How can changes in consumption and production patterns help to reduce biodiversity loss?
i. What policy measures can effectively protect biodiversity?
j. How is climate change exacerbating biodiversity loss?
11. Geopolitical Conflict:
a. What are the common causes of geopolitical conflicts?
b. What roles do resources play in geopolitical conflicts?
c. How can diplomatic efforts help to resolve geopolitical conflicts?
d. What are the potential long-term impacts of geopolitical conflicts on civilians?
e. How can historical analysis help predict geopolitical conflicts?
f. How do economic factors contribute to geopolitical conflicts?
g. How can post-conflict societies reconcile and rebuild?
h. How can international law be used to prevent and address geopolitical conflicts?
i. How do geopolitical conflicts drive migration and displacement?
j. How do modern warfare technologies impact the nature and outcome of conflicts?
12. Displacement of People:
a. What are the main drivers of global displacement?
b. How are displaced people legally protected under international law?
c. What are the long-term societal impacts of large scale displacement?
d. How can international humanitarian agencies and governments better respond to displacement crises?
e. How do displacement and migration impact children and their education?
f. What role does climate change play in displacing people?
g. How can displaced individuals regain stability and rebuild their lives?
h. What technological solutions exist to assist displaced populations?
i. How can integration policies be improved in countries receiving displaced populations?
j. What are the psychological impacts of displacement, and how can they be managed?
13. Cyber War:
a. What contributes to vulnerability in digital security and infrastructure?
b. How can individuals and companies protect themselves from cyber attacks?
c. How are governments and international organizations responding to the threats of cyber war?
d. What are the impacts of cyber attacks on business, government and society?
e. How can education and training improve digital safety and prevent cyber warfare?
f. How do geopolitical tensions affect cyber security?
g. What are some legal frameworks in place to combat cyber warfare?
h. What psychological techniques and tactics are employed in cyber warfare?
i. How do cyber attacks impact freedom of speech and democratic processes?
j. What diplomatic efforts are being made to reduce the risk of cyber war?
14. Antibiotic Resistance:
a. What is contributing to the rise in antibiotic resistance?
b. How does the use of antibiotics in farm animals contribute to antibiotic resistance?
c. What can individuals do to help tackle antibiotic resistance?
d. How can healthcare systems improve antibiotic stewardship?
e. What new treatments or strategies may help combat antibiotic resistance?
f. How can policy changes help limit the misuse of antibiotics?
g. Can technology help in combating antibiotic resistance?
h. How does antibiotic resistance impact global health security?
i. How is the pharmaceutical industry responding to the challenge of antibiotic resistance?
j. How is the spread of antibiotic-resistant infections changing the nature of healthcare?
15. Genetically Modified Organisms:
a. What are some of the potential benefits of genetically modified organisms?
b. What are the ethical issues surrounding the use of genetically modified organisms?
c. How can genetically modified organisms impact biodiversity?
d. What regulations currently exist around the use of genetically modified organisms, and do they need strengthening?
e. How does public understanding and opinion shape the use of genetically modified organisms?
f. Can genetically modified organisms improve food security?
g. How might genetically modified organisms affect human health?
h. What role do corporations play in the development and spread of genetically modified organisms?
i. Can traditional farming methods coexist with the use of genetically modified organisms?
j. What are some potential unforeseen consequences of the widespread use of genetically modified organisms?
16. Terrorism:
a. What are some root causes of terrorism?
b. How can international cooperation help to prevent global terrorism?
c. How does terrorism impact mental health in affected populations?
d. What strategies have been effective in preventing terrorist activities?
e. What role does media and online platforms play in terrorism?
f. Can understanding societal and psychological factors help to address the root causes of terrorism?
g. How are governments worldwide using legislation to combat terrorism?
h. How can communities reconcile and heal after a terrorist attack?
i. How does terrorism impact political stability and international relations?
j. How can individuals protect themselves from terrorist threats?
17. Environmental Pollution:
a. What are the significant causes of environmental pollution?
b. How does plastic pollution affect ocean ecosystems?
c. Can technological innovation help us curb environmental pollution?
d. How can we encourage recycling and waste management at local levels?
e. What are the health impacts of environmental pollution?
f. What are the success stories of curbing environmental pollution globally?
g. How does environmental pollution contribute to climate change?
h. Can changes in product design reduce environmental pollution?
i. What policies have been effective in tackling environmental pollution?
j. How can education contribute to reducing environmental pollution?
18. Education and Unemployment:
a. How can education prepare youth for the future job market?
b. How does the availability of quality education affect unemployment rates?
c. Can technological tools improve access to quality education?
d. What solutions can bridge the gap between education and employment?
e. How can governments improve the quality and availability of education?
f. How does unemployment contribute to social unrest and crime?
g. What role can entrepreneurship play in addressing unemployment?
h. What are the psychological effects of long-term unemployment and how can they be addressed?
i. How does the skill mismatch contribute to unemployment?
j. What policies can help in integrating young people into the workforce?
19. Mental Health:
a. Why is mental health becoming an increased concern worldwide?
b. How can societies better support people with mental health problems?
c. How do economic factors contribute to mental health issues?
d. What role does stigma play in access to mental health care, and how can it be reduced?
e. Can digital tools help improve access to mental health resources?
f. How does mental health support differ across cultures and countries?
g. How can mental health programs be integrated into schools and workplaces?
h. Why is suicide a rising concern, and how can it be prevented?
i. How does early detection and treatment impact the course of mental disorders?
j. How are COVID-19 and other pandemics affecting global mental health?
20. Cybernetic Enhancement:
a. What are the potential societal benefits of cybernetic enhancement?
b. How can cybernetic enhancements contribute to inequality if mismanaged?
c. What are some ethical concerns around the use of cybernetic enhancements?
d. How can policy and regulation guide the development of cybernetic enhancements?
e. What impact could cybernetic enhancements have on the future of work?
f. How might cybernetic enhancements affect human identity and social interactions?
g. What are the potential health risks of cybernetic enhancements?
h. How can public understanding and acceptance of cybernetic enhancements be promoted?
i. What are the potential applications of cybernetic enhancements for people with disabilities?
j. How can cybernetic enhancement technology be made accessible and inclusive?