Dr. Helen Riess is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. She directs the Empathy & Relational

Dr. Helen Riess is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. She directs the Empathy & Relational Science Program, conducting research on the neuroscience of emotions and empathy. Dr. Riess is also Co-Founder, Chief Scientist, and Chairman of Empathetics, LLC, and a faculty member at the Harvard Macy Institute for Physician Leaders. Her career focuses on the patient-doctor relationship and teaching, with her empathy training approach proven effective in randomized controlled trials.

This TEDxMiddlebury talk, titled "The power of empathy," explores these insights. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events designed to share TED-like experiences.

Celebrated biologist E.O. Wilson addresses a young scientist in a letter, declaring, "The world needs you, badly." Previewing his upcoming book, Wilson shares wisdom gleaned from a lifetime of

Celebrated biologist E.O. Wilson addresses a young scientist in a letter, declaring, "The world needs you, badly." Previewing his upcoming book, Wilson shares wisdom gleaned from a lifetime of experience.

He emphasizes that wonder and creativity are fundamental to a scientific life. This message was filmed at TEDMED and published on June 25, 2012.

Adebayo Okeowo, a human rights lawyer, champions the use of visuals to simplify complex legal

Adebayo Okeowo, a human rights lawyer, champions the use of visuals to simplify complex legal issues and make them relatable. In his TEDxPretoria talk, he emphasized the power of pictures to communicate critical human rights messages, challenge stereotypes, and change the status quo.

With extensive experience at organizations including SERAC, Global Rights, and Amnesty International's Digital Verification Corps, Adebayo currently coordinates advocacy for the Centre for Human Rights in Pretoria. In 2013, he founded White Code Centre, an organization dedicated to reshaping human rights perception through audio-visuals.

Plastics are ubiquitous, found in electronics, food packaging, and home insulation. Their total mass now doubles that of all living organisms, impacting Earth's climate systems.

Plastic

Plastics are ubiquitous, found in electronics, food packaging, and home insulation. Their total mass now doubles that of all living organisms, impacting Earth's climate systems.

Plastic pollution researcher Patricia Villarrubia-Gómez details the consequences of plastic production, from fossil fuel extraction to the disposal of single-use items in landfills and oceans. Acknowledging this pervasive problem is the crucial first step toward addressing it.

One Billion Rising REVOLUTION presented "The State of Female Revolution," featuring Agnes

One Billion Rising REVOLUTION presented "The State of Female Revolution," featuring Agnes Pareyio, Monique Wilson, Zoya, Christine Schuler Deschryver, Kimberlé Crenshaw, and Eve Ensler. The discussion was moderated by GRITtv's Laura Flanders.

This conversation explored what it takes to build revolution, foster solidarity, and affect change. It was recorded live in New York and published on March 6, 2015.

At a TED conference, inventor Saul Griffith discussed the "new age of kites" as a solution for future energy needs. He emphasized the critical requirement to generate over ten trillion watts of

At a TED conference, inventor Saul Griffith discussed the "new age of kites" as a solution for future energy needs. He emphasized the critical requirement to generate over ten trillion watts of new clean energy within the next 30-40 years.

Griffith noted that wind is the second-largest renewable resource after solar. Since the majority of this wind power exists at altitudes above 300 feet, kites offer a promising method for its capture.

Mr. Sunil Dhamne, Director of MCMCR, Mumbai, shared insights on building smarter cities. Drawing from his extensive experience in urban development, he emphasized effective planning and execution

Mr. Sunil Dhamne, Director of MCMCR, Mumbai, shared insights on building smarter cities. Drawing from his extensive experience in urban development, he emphasized effective planning and execution strategies.

Beyond urban planning, Mr. Dhamne possesses vast experience in media, communication, and creative industries, where he is known for mentoring professionals and fostering excellence in media education and storytelling. This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

This talk redefines "undeveloped" land as a strategic asset, shifting agriculture from "farm to fork" to "farm to factory." It champions soil as a source of dignity, innovation, and resilience,

This talk redefines "undeveloped" land as a strategic asset, shifting agriculture from "farm to fork" to "farm to factory." It champions soil as a source of dignity, innovation, and resilience, presenting agriculture as modern, profitable, essential to national survival, and rooted in respect for place.

Mayowa Lawrence Ekundayo, "Farmer Lawrence," is a development catalyst and advocate for smallholder farmers in Southwest Nigeria. As co-founder of PostAgvest Solutions and founder of Raise A Farmer Initiative, he coordinates partnerships supporting thousands of farmers and agribusinesses. With expertise in program management and a certificate from Wageningen University, he challenges the narrative that farming is backward. This TEDx talk explores his vision. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Dr. Vijaya Bharat emphasizes that bonding with nature, through simple actions like observing or spending time outdoors, calms the mind. This reconnection fosters peace, awareness, gratitude, and a

Dr. Vijaya Bharat emphasizes that bonding with nature, through simple actions like observing or spending time outdoors, calms the mind. This reconnection fosters peace, awareness, gratitude, and a sense of responsibility for sustainable living.

A distinguished cardiology consultant, Dr. Bharat retired as HOD of Cardiology at Tata Main Hospital after a 40-year career. She significantly upgraded cardiac care, established the Cardiac Cath Lab, and enabled 278 underprivileged patients to receive pacemakers. An author, she now focuses on nature conservation and writing.

This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

This talk features Adwait, an energetic student, sharing his hands-on learning in environmental conservation. He demonstrates daily habits like keeping surroundings clean, saving water, and

This talk features Adwait, an energetic student, sharing his hands-on learning in environmental conservation. He demonstrates daily habits like keeping surroundings clean, saving water, and reducing waste. Adwait is a joyful, curious child with twinkling eyes and a love for exploration.

A creative, kind, and enthusiastic kindergarten superstar, Adwait enjoys playing, painting, and making new friends. This presentation was given at a local TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.