February 6, 2026
MEERTalk February 2026
This talk will explore how inequality has been a key driver of societal collapse, from the earliest farming communities, through the largest empires, to the greatest threats we face today.
Luke is a research affiliate with the Centre for the Study of Existential Risk at the University of Cambridge, and the bestselling author of 'Goliath's Curse: The History and Future of Societal Collapse'. His work has been covered by the New York Times, New Yorker, and many others.

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MEERTALK August 2022
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Newsletter July 2022
Dr. Ye Tao in Cornish, NH: Dr. Ye Tao was recently featured in an online presentation hosted by the Cornish Energy Committee, where he presented the project’s creation, plans for implementation and our ongoing studies.
July 25, 2022
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