Science is widely acknowledged to be crucial for addressing the many technical, environmental and social challenges our society will face in the the coming decades. Canada invests billions of dollars in scientific research annually, yet most of it takes place out of the public eye. Journalist Ivan Semeniuk will recount some of the most fascinating stories and trends he has encountered while covering science over the past 25 years and reflect on how those stories may impact our understanding of the world and shape our future.