New Era of Engineering

Nature is the oldest R&D lab, with 3.8 billion years of experience in research, evolution, and innovation. But how can nature inspire groundbreaking engineering solutions?   In this episode, Nassardin Guenfoud from Capgemini Engineering explores the fascinating world of biomimicry and bioinspiration where age-old natural designs offer innovative answers to complex engineering challenges. He em...

According to the World Health Organization and the World Bank Group in 2021, more than half of the world’s population is still not covered by essential health services. Indeed, more than a billion people around the globe opt to forgo treatment to pay for necessities like food and shelter. So, can technology help to redress this imbalance? Join Naveen Kuma from Capgemini Engineering and Dr. Santosh...

Data centers use nearly 10% of global electricity, making digital the third largest energy consumer. Complex AI models and applications like ChatGPT are increasing energy use. “To make AI sustainable, we need to focus on four main things. They are quantification, reduction, awareness and standardization.”   Join Antoine Gaget from Capgemini Engineering as he discusses AI and its environmental impa...

Plastic pollution is suffocating our oceans, posing a grave threat to marine life. But amidst the challenge lies opportunity.   In this episode, Lewis Andurand from Capgemini Engineering delves into the crucial issue of ocean cleanup, discussing innovative solutions to combat plastic pollution. He conveys a blend of urgency and hope, highlighting that despite the daunting challenge, the synergy of...

Ever since the Industrial Revolution, there have been moments of seismic change; innovations that have triggered momentous and hugely impactful transformations in manufacturing such as the assembly line and mass-production, robotics, and Lean manufacturing. Join Capgemini Engineering’s Ramon Antelo and Leonardo’s Antonio Girardi to determine if we are on the cusp of another step change and, if so,...

As net zero deadlines fast approach, materials and skills shortages deepen, and climate-led disruption accelerates, how can businesses embrace emerging technologies and exploit existing ones to tame the pace of change? In the latest New Era of Engineering podcast, Capgemini Engineering’s Dr, Dorothea Pohlmann and Siemens’ Pina Schlombs discuss how technology can help to ensure sustainability is th...

Academic research traditionally focuses on intellectual curiosity and the search for the truth, while corporate research aims to help companies build and maintain competitive advantages and deliver profit. So how can these two worlds come together for mutual benefits?      Markus Bambach, Professor for Advanced Manufacturing at ETH Zürich; and Ramon Antelo, Chief Technology Officer for Manufacturi...

Academic research traditionally focuses on intellectual curiosity and the search for the truth, while corporate research aims to help companies build and maintain competitive advantages and deliver profit. So how can these two worlds come together for mutual benefits? Toktam Mahmoodi, Professor of Communications Engineering and Director of the Centre for Telecommunications Research at King’s Colle...

Academic research traditionally focuses on intellectual curiosity and the search for the truth, while corporate research aims to help companies build and maintain competitive advantages and deliver profit. So how can these two worlds come together for mutual benefits?     In this third episode, Vassilia Zorba , Group Leader for the Laser Technologies Group at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laborat...

Academic research is driven by curiosity and the pursuit of truth, while corporate research strives to empower companies with competitive advantages and drive profits. By bridging these two worlds, innovation emerges as a powerful force that not only advances knowledge but also generates tangible business value. How can we foster collaboration between academia and industry to unlock the full poten...

Academic research is driven by curiosity and the pursuit of truth, while corporate research strives to empower companies with competitive advantages and drive profits. By bridging these two worlds, innovation emerges as a powerful force that not only advances knowledge but also generates tangible business value. How can we foster collaboration between academia and industry to unlock the full poten...

In our debut episode, Dr. Anne-Laure Cadène, VP, Head of University Partnership at Capgemini Engineering, unveils our Strategic University Research Partnerships program . Join our host, Liz Lugnier, Director, Global Analyst Relations at Capgemini, as we discover how this initiative blurs the lines between academia and corporate research, fostering strategic collaborations to tackle complex challen...