About US

The Institute for the Future of Human Potential (IFHP) is a digital-first, science-driven publication committed to advancing self-enhancement science for the benefit of society and the individual. Through our flagship platform, BetterSmarter.Me, we use artificial intelligence to transform cutting-edge research into insights that are accessible, engaging, and actionable.

Our mission is to unlock human potential by bringing science closer to people's lives. We aim to create digital experiences and initiatives that enhance understanding, and connect researchers, innovators, and communities &emdash; including those traditionally under-represented in STEM &emdash; with the knowledge and tools to grow and thrive.

By making self-enhancement science more open and inclusive, IFHP helps Canadians engage with innovation in ways that inspire personal development and strengthen society as a whole.

Our work is powered by a diverse network of contributors—researchers, innovators, and science communicators—who ensure that BetterSmarter.Me delivers both scientific rigor and the inclusivity needed to reach and inspire all Canadians.

Aiyana Tremblay

Aiyana is an Indigenous educator from Alberta, with a background in environmental science and community wellness programs. She volunteers as an author to explore how traditional knowledge intersects with modern neuroscience to unlock human resilience and potential.

Posts: 2739

Amir Khan

Amir is a Pakistani-Canadian neuroengineer in Toronto, developing brain-computer interfaces to enhance learning. As a volunteer author, he shares insights on how technology can amplify cognitive abilities, drawing from his diverse South Asian-Canadian perspective.

Posts: 2600

Anne-Marie Dubois

Anne-Marie is a French-Canadian philosopher from New Brunswick, delving into existential questions of human purpose and fulfillment. Her contributions encourage reflective practices for realizing potential, inspired by Acadian resilience and communal wisdom.

Posts: 2734

Farah Al-Mansour

Farah is a Middle Eastern-Canadian sociologist from Ottawa, examining the role of social structures in fostering personal growth. Her personas highlight how migration stories influence human adaptability, promoting inclusive strategies for realizing untapped potential.

Posts: 2640

Jean-Baptiste Gagnon

Jean-Baptiste is a French-Canadian anthropologist in Montreal, investigating cultural influences on human motivation and success. His personas highlight how historical Canadian values foster ambition, aiming to guide readers toward self-actualization.

Posts: 2697

Li Wei Chen

Li Wei is a Chinese-Canadian neuroscientist in Vancouver, studying brain plasticity and lifelong learning. He contributes articles on harnessing neurotechnology to expand human capabilities, drawing from his experiences in cross-cultural innovation hubs.

Posts: 2690

Marc Harper

Marc is a Canadian exercise physiologist in St. John’s, linking fitness to sharper thinking. He writes about real-world ways to stay strong and sharp, inspired by Newfoundland’s tough, no-frills lifestyle.

Posts: 2729

Margaret Campbell

Margaret is a Scottish-Canadian educator and bioethicist from Alberta, focusing on ethical considerations in human enhancement technologies. She authors pieces on balancing ambition with moral integrity, rooted in her clan's emphasis on community and perseverance.

Posts: 2598