What will our lives look like in 50 years? If you want a candid visualization of this question, the book offers a collection of scientific articles exploring future predictions for the next fifty years, as it is difficult to imagine beyond that at present. The book covers eight important topics such as: the future of medicine, future transportation methods, anticipated developments in computer technology and artificial intelligence, robotics, in addition to advancements in understanding brain functions, potential risks of viruses, and their beneficial roles. The book discusses the details of scientific development in a style that combines depth and simplification, which we hope will also be enjoyable for the non-specialized reader...