David Leigh is a scientist who designs and synthesizes artificial molecular motors and machines from first principles. He has made a number of notable contributions to the field, including the use of light-sensitive molecules to make small droplets of liquid move uphill. David also developed a tiny molecular machine that mirrors the function of the ribosome, the protein factory of our cells.

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Aron is a researcher at the Alliance to Feed the Earth in Disasters (ALLFED). Through his work he aims to contribute to civilizational resilience against Global Catastrophic Risks. He is interested in flourishing future scenarios in which we have traversed the precipice of existential risks and recently began exploring these themes through art and hopeful narratives. Using AI image generating tools he has created this art piece.

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When asked to contribute a vision of Existential Hope for the future, David proposed: "Imagine a world where energy crisis is a thing of the past. A revolutionary breakthrough in energy production is here, offering a solution to the catastrophic energy problems we face today. From harnessing the power of biology to utilizing chemical energy more effectively, to a major leap forward in fusion energy, the possibilities are endless. This breakthrough is set to change the way we power our world, and secure a sustainable future for all."