TED Courses

Design at the Intersection of Technology and Biology

Explore Neri Oxman's groundbreaking work at the intersection of digital fabrication and biology, pioneering symbiosis between microorganisms, our bodies, products, and buildings.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Soon We'll Cure Diseases With a Cell, Not a Pill

Physician Siddhartha Mukherjee envisions a revolutionary future in medicine, moving beyond the traditional "pill" approach to healing diseases by harnessing the power of cells for transformative treatments.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Global Power Shift

Explore three major global shifts in power dynamics, as Paddy Ashdown delivers a captivating analysis of unprecedented historical changes and their implications for the future.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

There Are No Scraps of Men

Powerful story of finding humanity and dignity in war-torn Afghanistan, exploring the impact of keeping medical clinics open during active fighting.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Battle Between Your Present and Future Self

Explore tools for visualizing future consequences of present decisions, aiding in smarter choices for long-term well-being and personal growth.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Quest to Understand Consciousness

Explore how our brains create our sense of self as neuroscientist Antonio Damasio delves into the fascinating question of what exactly we regain when we wake up and regain consciousness.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Put a Value on Nature

Explore the hidden economic value of nature's resources and how pricing them could lead to more sustainable practices and conservation efforts.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Color-Coded Surgery

Innovative molecular marker technique illuminates tumors in neon green, revolutionizing surgical precision and transforming textbook knowledge into practical, life-saving applications.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Ultrasound Surgery - Healing Without Cuts

Discover revolutionary non-invasive surgery using MRI and focused ultrasound to treat brain lesions, uterine fibroids, and cancerous growths without incisions, as explained by surgeon Yoav Medan.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Massive-Scale Online Collaboration

Luis von Ahn explores innovative ways to harness collective online efforts for societal benefit, showcasing projects like reCAPTCHA and Duolingo that transform small individual contributions into impactful global results.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Building the Musical Muscle

Charles Limb explores cochlear implants' limitations in music perception, discussing advancements and future possibilities for enhancing musical experiences for those with hearing loss.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

What We Learn Before We're Born

Explore fascinating research on prenatal learning, revealing how babies absorb language, flavors, and more while in the womb, shaping their future preferences and abilities.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

How YouTube Is Driving Innovation

YouTube's impact on global innovation: Exploring the concept of Crowd Accelerated Innovation and its potential to revolutionize learning and creativity through web video, emphasizing the power of openness in organizations.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Experiments That Hint of Longer Lives

Biochemist Cynthia Kenyon discusses groundbreaking genetic research on C. Elegans worms, revealing potential pathways to extend human lifespan and youthful vitality through simple mutations.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Trust, Morality - and Oxytocin

Neuroeconomist explores oxytocin's role in trust, empathy, and societal stability, revealing the physical origins of morality in the brain and its impact on human behavior.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk