
Tom Ough
I'm Building
Epistolary hub to connect scientists and small-scale innovators & amplify their voices / podcast on Anglofuturism
Bio
Tom is a young technical builder from Berkeley, USA, who recently secured a grant from Polaris to develop Epistolary Hub, a platform connecting scientists and small-scale innovators while producing a podcast on Anglofuturism to amplify their voices. Previously, he built early tools for creative and scientific communities, helping bridge gaps between emerging technology and practical application. Through his ongoing projects, Tom brings together diverse thinkers to foster collaboration and shared vision.",.
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