Mechanistic Theory of Social Foraging
Explore the quantitative framework of animal foraging behavior, examining decision-making strategies and cognitive dynamics in both individual and social contexts through mechanistic theoretical models.
The Physics of Spatial Ecology - Lecture 1
Explore fundamental principles of spatial ecology through physics-based approaches, examining pattern formation and ecological dynamics in natural systems.
The Physics of Spatial Ecology - Class 2
Delve into spatial ecology principles, exploring pattern formation in biological systems and the physical mechanisms driving ecosystem organization and dynamics in marine environments.
The Language You’re Fluent in — but Forgot How to Hear | Louis VI | TED
Musical ecologist and rapper Louis VI explores how humans are evolutionarily hardwired to nature's sonic language, like birdsong signaling safety, but modern life has drowned it out. He discusses reconnecting with nature's "chorus of aliveness" and performs an original song incorporating rainforest recordings from the Amazon and Caribbean.
How to Measure the Planet’s Heartbeat | Yadvinder Malhi | TED
Ecosystem scientist Yadvinder Malhi explores how energy flows through Earth's ecosystems, from forests to tropical islands, revealing how his team measures ecosystem vitality worldwide. He explains this complex energy web is not just nature's masterpiece but a lifeline for all life on our planet.
Bio Conversion: From Waste to Energy | Dana Kang | TEDxHQIS Youth
Bio Conversion: From Waste to Energy Dana is a high school student at Hongqiao International School with a passion for advocacy, creativity, and making an impact. She’s actively involved in student leadership and often uses her voice to promote inclusion and awareness of global issues. Through TEDx
Developing Novel Algae & Compost Biofertilizer to Feed the World | Lilly Froeming | TEDxMeritAcademy
Harmful algae blooms are a growing global threat, fueled by pollution and climate change. They damage ecosystems, contaminate water, and endanger human and animal health, but what if the problem could become part of the solution? Lilly explores ideas of using algae collected from local waterways to
Humain, coupable ou solution ? | Mélissa Bounouar | TEDxSaintEtienne
Les activités humaines exercent aujourd’hui une telle pression sur l’environnement que la Terre menace de franchir un point de non-retour. Ces activités existent en partie pour répondre à nos besoins, mais faut-il forcément détruire la planète pour y parvenir ? Et si nous pouvions satisfaire nos bes
Le numérique a soif ! | Nicolas Bard | TEDxSaintEtienne
Derrière chaque photo, chaque clic, chaque vidéo… se cache un verre d’eau. Le numérique n’est pas virtuel : il mobilise des ressources bien réelles — énergie, métaux, eau. Dans cette conférence, Nicolas Bard explore le cycle invisible de nos usages et propose une autre façon d’utiliser la technologi
Are cats and their parasites taking over the world? | Emily Jenkins | TEDxUniversityofSaskatchewan
Cats can be found on every continent except for Antarctica, making them one of the most widespread animals in the world. But where cats go, their parasites follow — even as far north as the Canadian Arctic. One strange little hitchhiker, the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, may be a more prolific travell
La Banda de los Insectos | Diego Gómez | TEDxYouth@Usaquén
En esta charla, el biólogo Diego Gómez explora cómo los sonidos de insectos como grillos, chicharras y esperanzas pueden revelar información clave sobre la salud de los ecosistemas. A través del estudio de los paisajes sonoros y el uso de sensores acústicos e inteligencia artificial, su investigació
What you don't know about sharks | Mikki McComb-Kobza
When marine biologist Dr. Mikki McComb-Kobza saw Jaws as a child, it terrified her—and shaped a generation’s fear of sharks. Decades later, she’s leading global shark conservation efforts and showing us a different truth. In this powerful talk, Mikki reveals how knowledge can turn fear into fascinat
Insectos, nuestros mejores aliados | Gustavo Martínez | TEDxSaintGregory'sCollege
¿Qué pasaría si los insectos desaparecieran mañana? Gustavo Martínez ofrece una mirada científica y transformadora que desafía prejuicios y nos invita a reconocer el rol estratégico que cumplen los insectos en nuestra realidad y en la supervivencia humana. Curioso. Me gusta saber por qué ocurren las
Ancient food fermentation meets modern science | Ram Kulkarni | TEDxElproIntlSchool
Thousands of years ago, humans mastered fermentation by instinct—preserving food, enhancing flavour, and improving health without ever naming the science behind it. Today, modern biotechnology peers inside those same jars, decoding the microbes, molecules, and mechanisms at work. This talk explores
Los pinos invasores en la Patagonia y los incendios | Pedro Laterra | TEDxBariloche
Los pinos asilvestrados en Patagonia se encuentran en plena fase expansiva, cambiando los ecosistemas y los paisajes de la región. Más allá de lo que nos dice la ciencia, nuestras valoraciones y decisiones en relación a ellos, están moldeadas por los relatos e imágenes que recibimos y que propagamos
Restaurar florestas vai além de plantar árvores | Pedro Brancalion | TEDxSaoPaulo
Restaurar florestas exige algo mais profundo: criar as condições para que a própria natureza volte a funcionar. Nesta palestra, a restauração florestal é apresentada como uma forma de medicina, em que cada área degradada precisa de diagnóstico, cuidado e acompanhamento, e em que o plantio de árvores
Rethinking sustainability through story | Eliav Alaluf | TEDxPhnom Penh
Sustainability isn’t just about massive overhauls or data-driven strategies—it’s about reimagining how we live, innovate, and connect with the natural world. This talk explores how stories, small intelligent decisions, and overlooked opportunities—like smart villages and local solutions—can drive tr
Challenging journey from grits to laurels | H.C. Dr. Pallavi Nikhilesh Divekar | TEDxNMFC
H.C. Dr. Pallavi Nikhilesh Divekar is an Environmentalist from the small district of Akola. She is the pioneer of Terrarium making in Vidarbha region of Maharashtra. She is has won over 175+ Awards and Recognitions of International, National and Regional levels. She is the Founder of Raanmitra- The
Precisamos cuidar do cuidador de muitos: o tatu-canastra | Arnaud Desbiez | TEDxSaoPaulo
Arnaud Desbiez leva você ao coração da conservação por meio do tatu-canastra, uma espécie rara que protege toda uma teia de vida. Ele revela como as tocas do tatu-canastra vão muito além de abrigo para o próprio animal: tornam-se refúgios essenciais para inúmeras outras espécies. Nesta palestra, Arn
What can we learn from invasive species? | Ang McGaughran | TEDxUniversity of Waikato
Dr Ang McGaughran offers a new perspective on ways to think about invasive species -- not just as pests with often severe economic, environmental, social, and cultural costs, but also as an opportunity to discover how species rapidly respond to change. Framed in this way, understanding invasive spec
What coral reefs teach us about survival | Dr. Inga Conti-Jerpe | TEDxTinHauWomen
Inga, a coral reef scientist, addresses the urgent threats to coral reefs from local and global stressors, emphasising the interconnectedness of species reliant on these ecosystems. She advocates for collective action and making informed consumer choices, fostering hope amid mounting climate change