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We are featuring exceptional young researchers/entrepreneurs from around the globe, each pioneering innovative technologies for monitoring/intervention of our health and physical activities.
As all the panelists and organizers are aged around 30, and have great responsibilities in shaping the world in the next decades, we will begin by sharing our visions for 2050 within our respective fields.
The discussion will then delve into potential challenges that could emerge as these technologies become ubiquitous by 2050 —for instance, the management and privacy of health-related big data, user resistance to new technologies, and disparities in technology access across different groups of people such as regions or age.
Finally, we will explore solutions to these challenges, envisioning how we can shape a more equitable and innovative world by 2050 and beyond.

【Reflection】
This session, "Shape the Future of Healthcare Technologies: Navigating and Overcoming 2050’s Challenges," held as part of the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo's theme week, provided a valuable opportunity for an in-depth discussion on the future of healthcare technology and its accompanying challenges.
We were able to engage in a deep discussion about the future of healthcare technology together with panelists from diverse backgrounds. We were also able to answer questions from the audience and thus have two-way communication.
We specifically focused on the psychological and ethical issues that popular healthcare devices like smartwatches and smart rings may pose toward 2050. It was a great success to bring together young researchers and entrepreneurs from overseas who are developing and commercializing innovative technologies for monitoring and intervening in physical activities. Their diverse insights significantly enriched the discussion.
The speakers introduced us to a range of cutting-edge healthcare technologies with concrete examples, including a brain implant to revolutionize cancer treatment, an approach to improving women's health using commercially available devices, a real-time sweat component monitoring device, and a platform combining AI with body heat sensors. These technologies hold the potential to support people's lives anonymously and personally, creating a better healthcare experience.
The session also offered realistic perspectives on the hurdles in technology development, the process of bringing products to market, and the societal view that technology should be accessible to as many people as possible. Through this dialogue, we believe the participants were able to deepen their understanding of the excitement for a future brought by technological advancements, as well as the responsibilities that come with it. The passion and positive outlook of the young innovators resonated strongly with the audience, making it a very constructive session that provided energy for the next steps.

【Post EXPO Initiatives】
To ensure that the "vision for the future of healthcare technology in 2050" discussed in this session does not remain a mere conversation but translates into concrete actions, we will continue our initiatives after the Expo period. The passion of the young innovators and the insights they shared serve as a crucial driving force for taking a firm step toward social implementation. To keep this momentum alive, we will promote the following activities. And, Draft recommendations for the World Economic Forum as necessary.
First, we will meticulously summarize the knowledge and proposals gained from this program and contribute to international discussions. The aim is to have the session's dialogue reflected in broader policy-making and global problem-solving efforts. We intend to further enrich the content of these recommendations and enhance their influence through continuous dialogue with experts and leaders from various fields.
Next, we will strengthen the network of young innovators like our speakers and build a platform to support them in addressing common challenges and fostering cross-border collaboration. This platform will not be a mere space for information exchange; it will also be equipped with an incubation function to generate new projects, aiming to create a sustainable innovation cycle. We will provide comprehensive support for their activities, including assistance with specific technology development, joint research on ethical issues, and opportunities for fundraising.
Furthermore, based on the perspective of "widespread adoption and price reduction of technology" that was highlighted in the session, we will advance discussions and research on models that can realize a society where healthcare technology is accessible not just to a wealthy few, but to a wider population. Specifically, we are considering collaborating with public and non-profit organizations to conduct pilot programs for low-cost healthcare technologies and launching international cooperation projects to promote their introduction in emerging markets. Through these initiatives, we hope to accelerate concrete actions toward building a sustainable future for healthcare and bring about a positive impact on society as a whole, ensuring that the legacy of the Expo endures.

*Part or all of this report was generated by AI.