Research scientist Sheril Kirshenbaum discusses the future of kissing, from sending a virtual kiss to making out with Roxxxy, a full-size interactive sex doll. —– Sheril Kirshenbaum discusses one of humanity’s fondest and, as she shows, fascinating pastimes… kissing. She is a scientist with the Webber Energy Group at the University of Texas and author of the recently published book The Science of Kissing. Presented by Delta Dental of Kentucky. Much more than a conference, the IdeaFestival is a catalyst for high-speed innovation, product development, and creative endeavors. This series of events attracts leading thinkers and curious minds from across the nation and around the globe. Sheril Kirshenbaum is a scientist with the Webber Energy Group at the University of Texas at Austin’s Center for International Energy and Environmental Policy. She is the author of just published book The Science of Kissing, which explores one of humanity’s fondest, and as she shows fascinating pastimes. She also co-authored Unscientific America: How Scientific Illiteracy Threatens Our Future with Chris Mooney, chosen by Library Journal as one of the Best Sci-Tech Books of 2009.