Testimonials

"I was constantly amazed at the connections between speakers from such widely varied fields and the insights I took away each day. It was really great to be a part of it."

— Matt Gorbet, 2006 Presenter

“Refreshing and a breath of fresh air for anyone wanting to merge the boundaries between science and art. Unique event of the highest quality that should not be missed.”

—Dr. Sema Sgaier, 2006 Presenter“

It was a memorable experience. Lots to think about. I could list many things that I continue to think about and smile about even. The leaves and daffodils...wasn't that incredible!!? I loved that. It was science and performance art. So simple, elegant and fun. I will be in touch with a number of people I met there.”

—Dr. Cassandra Fraser, University of Virginia, 2006 Presenter in conversation with organizer

"[Subtle Technologies] is not narrow but wide open, very dialectical, provocative, and we had breathing room. It's very important to me, these days, that I can be in a smaller scale event where I get a chance to meet everyone, hear everyone talk, and get a feeling that everyone came not just to speak but to be present, participate, and form a kind of community of debate and thinking, over the span of the weekend."

— Johannes Birringer, 2001 presenter.

"The chance to meet so many great artists and thinkers is too good to pass up. It is rare to see such open stimulation among people from so many different backgrounds."

— George Maglios, 2001 presenter

"The conference was un-commercial, informal, and grew out of a real need for a nonacademic outlet for heartfelt values held by a remarkable segment: people who know or use science or technology, and connect it to a need to understand the world of feelings and meaning."

— Dr. Bill Marks, 2001 presenter

"I learned a lot, got valuable feedback on my work, and left feeling inspired and just good about humanity in general."

— Liane Gabora, 2000 presenter.

"People were accessible, conversations and contacts were carried over into the break periods. This is the best way to create networks. Face to face."

— Kathleen Rogers, 2001 presenter.

"I thought the diversity and depth of the talks at Subtle Technologies were outstanding and I will highly recommend the conference to my scientific colleagues."

— Scott Menary, 2000 presenter.