Breaking the Illusion of Skin Color
Explore how skin color is an adaptation to climate and UV exposure, challenging Darwin's views with modern scientific insights from NASA data.
A Global Culture to Fight Extremism
Explore strategies to combat extremism through grassroots movements and global social activism, as presented by former Islamist extremist Maajid Nawaz in his thought-provoking TED Talk.
Retrofitting Suburbia
Explore sustainable urban design through retrofitting suburbia, transforming dying malls, reinhabiting big box stores, and converting parking lots into thriving ecosystems.
Folding Way-New Origami
Explore the intersection of math, engineering, and art in modern origami, from intricate designs to practical applications in space technology.
CERN's Supercollider
Explore the Large Hadron Collider with physicist Brian Cox as he takes you on an engaging tour of CERN's massive project, explaining big science concepts in an accessible way.
Shedding Light on Dark Matter
Explore dark matter and dark energy with physicist Patricia Burchat, uncovering their immense influence on the universe despite being undetectable through direct measurement.
How Algorithms Shape Our World
Explore the pervasive influence of algorithms on modern life, from espionage to stock markets, and their potential implications for our future.
The Beautiful Math of Coral
Explore the mesmerizing intersection of mathematics and marine biology as Margaret Wertheim recreates coral reef creatures, revealing the hyperbolic geometry underlying their intricate structures.
The Beauty of Data Visualization
Explore how complex data sets can be transformed into visually appealing diagrams, revealing hidden patterns and connections while simplifying information overload.
How Social Media Can Make History
Explore how Facebook, Twitter, and text messages empower citizens in repressive regimes to report real news, bypassing censors and reshaping political landscapes.
Stroke of Insight
Neuroanatomist shares profound insights from experiencing her own stroke, offering a unique perspective on brain function and the power of recovery.
A Faster Way to Get to a Clean Energy Future
Technologist Ramez Naam discusses overcoming obstacles to renewable energy adoption, emphasizing the need for rapid infrastructure development to create a reliable, sustainable energy grid and accelerate the transition to clean energy.
How to Keep Your Hometown from Becoming a Ghost Town
Documentarian explores urban revival through storytelling, revealing how sharing a town's "civic story" can spark local revitalization and community resilience in declining US cities.
Who Owns the Internet of the Future?
Explore the threats to internet privacy and freedom as mass surveillance and disinformation spread. Learn about the fight for a free internet and its impact on our collective future.
What Women Athletes Need to Unlock Their Full Potential
Sports scientist Kate Ackerman advocates for a dedicated medical system to study and develop women athletes, supporting their health, well-being, and lifelong success beyond just equipment and apparel.
Ancient Pompeii’s Hidden Messages, Preserved in Graffiti
Explore ancient Pompeii's graffiti with archaeologist Jacqueline DiBiasie-Sammons, uncovering fascinating insights into Roman life and drawing parallels to modern society through 2,000-year-old scribblings.
How Everyday Interactions Shape Your Future
Explore how everyday interactions and experiences shape our identities and futures. Learn the power of words to transform lives and inspire personal growth towards our best selves.
How to Recognize Privilege and Uplift Those Without It
Lawyer Mariam Veiszadeh challenges workplace equality perceptions, offering insights on recognizing privilege and promoting genuine diversity and inclusion to combat systemic biases.
New Species of Robot That Jump, Dance – and Walk on Water
Roboticist Dennis Hong showcases advanced humanoid robots, demonstrating their capabilities to jump, dance, and even walk on water, offering a glimpse into the future of robotics engineering.
A Socialist Perspective on the Pursuit of Happiness
Journalist Aaron Bastani proposes ditching capitalism for "universal basic services" to address global challenges and create prosperity for all, envisioning free housing, healthcare, education, and transport.
Why Nurses Are Key to Medical Innovation
Ben Gran advocates for integrating nurses' insights into health tech innovation, highlighting their crucial role in improving patient care and healthcare processes for future generations.