IASC World Changers World book presentation “Transcendence”

DATE & TIME:

October 21, 2025, All Day

LOCATION:

Princess Salons of Palazzo Brancaccio, Rome

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We are honored to announce a World Changers 10th anniversary celebration Initiative, by the Institute for Advance Studies and Cooperation (IASC) in collaboration with ICB Verse – Kabena Group, and the AI Section of the Italian League for Human Rights (LIDU AI) for the book presentation of “Transcendence: Quantum Computing, AI, and the Future of Humanity” By Prof. Dr. Gabriele Pao-Pei Andreoli – Published by La Bussola Edizioni.

This exclusive initiative by invitation only will be held in the prestigious Princess Salons of Palazzo Brancaccio, Rome’s last princely residence, an elegant setting where history meets innovation on October 21, 2025.

Marking a decade of global impact, this celebration brings together distinguished leaders, thinkers, and changemakers to explore the intersections of quantum science, artificial intelligence, ethics, spirituality, and human dignity.

Book Presentation by the Author

Prof. Dr. Gabriele Pao-Pei Andreoli “Transcendence: Quantum Computing, AI, and the Future of Humanity”

Sir Prof Dr. Gabriele Pao-Pei Andreoli is a distinguished academic and humanitarian leader, with an multidisciplinary and impactful career. He serves as the President of the Institute for Advance Studies and Cooperation, and currently holds the position of President of Ethical AI within the esteemed Italian League for Human Rights (Lega Italiana dei Diritti dell’Uomo, LiDU) and he is a Liaison Representative of the Vatican, Pontifical Academy of Theology and an ambassador of the R.C. of Northern Macedonia.

Panel Discussion

Myriam Castelli

Vatican Journalist and Presenter, RAI

Myriam Castelli is a Vatican journalist and longtime presenter at RAI, best known for hosting the weekly program Cristianità. With nearly 40 years of experience in journalism and over two decades as a television host, she has become a recognized voice in international communication and cultural dialogue.

Her career is marked by a dedication to connecting Italians abroad with their roots, fostering understanding between cultures, and offering clear and inspiring communication on complex issues. For these contributions, she was awarded the title of Commander of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Italy by President Sergio Mattarella.

H.E. Mons. Vincenzo PAglia

Italian prelate of the Catholic Church

H.E. Mons. Vincenzo Paglia is an Italian archbishop and theologian, born in 1945, widely recognized for his leadership in the Catholic Church and his contributions to contemporary ethical and cultural debates. Over the course of his vocation, he has played a pivotal role in shaping Church teachings and fostering dialogue across faiths and cultures.

He has served as President of the Pontifical Academy for Life and as Grand Chancellor of the John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family Sciences, where he guided the Church’s engagement with complex issues at the intersection of bioethics, medicine, family, and human dignity.

Karl Nagy

Co-author and Founder of “Kabena Group”

Karl Nagy is a serial entrepreneur with 38 years of experience founding, scaling, and guiding companies across the globe. Throughout his career, he has built, restructured, and invested in ventures that address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. Through his company Kabena, Karl drives projects in renewable energy, food security, water access, housing innovation, and longevity, all in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Guided by the core values of courage, passion, love, and vision, Karl combines strategic foresight with hands-on entrepreneurship. He anticipates global shifts, understands their economic impact, and responds by cultivating smarter, more sustainable markets.

Mete Ai

Co-author and Founder of “ICB Labs

Mete is the visionary founder of ICB Verse, a pioneering initiative uniting artificial intelligence and the metaverse. His mission is to create a future where education transcends physical boundaries and becomes an immersive, universally accessible experience. Through ICB Verse, he advances platforms that democratize knowledge, foster collaboration, and empower communities across cultures and generations.

Combining entrepreneurial foresight with a commitment to social impact, Mete reimagines how people connect, learn, and grow. His work not only reflects the cutting edge of digital innovation but also inspires a global movement toward inclusive, human-centered technologies.

Agenda Highlight

World Premiere Presentation Rob Prior: Art in Service of Humanity

Artist | Illustrator | Director | Producer

Through the generosity and vision of internationally renowned artist and World Changer Rob Prior, art becomes a catalyst for healing. His donation supports the IASC organization and World Changers initiatives and in particular the “IASC Longevity by Design Lab”, in collaboration with the R.C. of Northern Macedonia, an R&D project for children and patients suffering from PTSD — turning creativity into direct impact for vulnerable lives.
His commitment shows how art can go beyond expression to create tangible change. In Rob’s hands, creativity becomes a force for resilience and hope.

“Transcendence” by Prof. Filippo Gregoretti: The first public preview of a live neuro-AI Performance

An ongoing experimental research project by Prof. Filippo Gregoretti — artist, composer, and researcher — in collaboration with Brain.Space. This pioneering work explores a co-creative dialogue between human performance, algorithmic intelligence, and neuro-feedback. Brain signals, captured during states of meditation, anger, and happiness, are interpreted by Amrita, Gregoretti’s generative Artificial Artistic Evolving Personality.
Through this process, inner emotions are transformed into evolving artistic expressions. The project opens new frontiers in understanding how technology and creativity can merge to expand human experience.

Maestro Olen Cesari: Producing a dynamic, interwoven landscape of sound and visuals

During the performance, the Amrita algorithm will respond to the musical expression of the harmonium — an ancient votive instrument — and the exceptional improvisations of the renowned violinist Maestro Olen Cesari. The result is Transcendence: a living artwork that composes visual and musical harmony from human neural impulses, embodying the tension between an evolving, seemingly “immortal” algorithm and the fragile impermanence of its physical substrate.
Cesari’s mastery brings a human heartbeat to the dialogue with artificial intelligence, blending spontaneity with precision. The encounter unfolds as a unique sensory journey, where tradition and innovation converge on stage.

The audience is invited into an immersive contemplative space where emotion is expressed beyond words, and the interaction of human consciousness, algorithmic intelligence, and sensory experience gives rise to a singular artistic ecosystem. Transcendence represents the first step of a long-term research trajectory, exploring new paradigms of artistic expression in which brain activity, artificial intelligence, and human creativity converge in evolving, co-created works of art.

This collaboration reflects the mission of the IASC World Changers: to convene ethics, science, and culture in service of the human person. By merging space-validated neurotechnology Brain.Space, living AI art Amrita, and human performers, Transcendence opens a space of reflection for scholars, artists, and the public alike on the responsible integration of brain data into creative systems, the co-evolution of human intention and machine adaptation, and the relationship between eternity and transience as an evolving algorithm inhabits impermanent machines — an echo of the book’s central themes.

ICB Verse – Network Gala Dinner

In one of the most beautiful and historic halls of the Brancaccio Palace, the Gala Dinner will not only celebrate the finest traditions of Italian cuisine, but also create a unique space for dialogue, exchange, and connection. More than a dining experience, it is an opportunity for participants to meet, share perspectives, and build lasting relationships in an atmosphere where culture, history, and innovation come together in harmony.