TED Courses

Brain Development: The Difference Between Child and Adult Brains

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Explore brain development and the stark contrasts between child and adult brains in this enlightening talk by neuroscientist Frances Jensen.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Preparing for the Dementia Tsunami - Global Health Challenges and Solutions

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Experts discuss strategies to address the rising global dementia epidemic, exploring prevention, treatment, and societal impact of this growing health crisis.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Managing Chronic Diseases: World Diabetes Day - TEDMED Great Challenges

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Explore multifaceted perspectives on managing diabetes and chronic diseases in this thought-provoking discussion featuring diverse experts and innovative approaches to healthcare challenges.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Embracing Elderhood as a Stage of Life

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Redefining aging as a valuable life stage, challenging societal perceptions, and advocating for improved healthcare and quality of life for older adults.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How to Lead in the New Era of Employee Activism

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Discover a four-point strategy for effective leadership in the era of employee activism, fostering inclusive workplaces where diverse voices can make a meaningful impact.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Our Immigration Conversation Is Broken - Here's How to Have a Better One

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Historian Paul A. Kramer explores the divisive US immigration debate, challenging the "insider vs. outsider" framing and proposing new questions to reshape the conversation around rights, equality, and shared responsibility.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Harm Reduction Model of Drug Addiction Treatment

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Public health expert Mark Tyndall explores harm-reduction strategies like safe-injection sites as effective approaches to address the drug overdose crisis, challenging traditional law enforcement methods.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

A Better Way to Talk About Love

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Explore a fresh perspective on love, challenging traditional metaphors and offering insights to find more joy and less suffering in romantic relationships.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How a Driverless Car Sees the Road

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Explore the fascinating world of autonomous vehicles as Google's driverless car program leader shares insights on how these cars perceive and navigate roads, making decisions without human intervention.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Life-Long Learner

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Inspiring tale of Holocaust survivor Sandor Teszler, showcasing the power of passionate living and continuous learning through adversity and triumph.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Why Community Is Our Best Chance for Survival—A Lesson Post-Hurricane Maria - TEDMED 2018

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Exploring post-Hurricane Maria resilience in Puerto Rico, emphasizing community-driven recovery, trauma healing, and sustainable rebuilding for a stronger future.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

A Groundbreaking Way to Stop Mitochondrial Disease - Mary Herbert - TED - 2017

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Discover a groundbreaking technique to prevent mitochondrial disease transmission from mother to child, exploring the challenges and potential of three-parent IVF to eliminate genetic disorders.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

A Doctor's Case for Medical Marijuana - David Casarett - TED

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Explore the potential of medical marijuana in healthcare as Dr. Casarett challenges conventional wisdom and advocates for patient-centered approaches inspired by dispensaries.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Using Holography to Reshape Cardiology

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Explore cutting-edge cardiac visualization technologies like ultrasound and holography to revolutionize early detection of heart disease and enhance global patient care.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime

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Discover how early-life adversity impacts long-term health and learn about innovative approaches to address and mitigate its effects on well-being.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk