TED Courses

East vs West - The Myths That Mystify

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Explore the contrasting mythologies of East and West, their impact on cultural perspectives, and how these differences shape our understanding of life, death, and meaning.

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

What Our Language Habits Reveal

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Explore how language expresses our thoughts and reveals hidden aspects of our minds, offering insights into human cognition and communication.

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

Strategies to Reduce Community Violence

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Explore evidence-based strategies for reducing community violence with expert Thomas Abt. Learn about focused, balanced, and fair interventions that have proven successful in US cities.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Future of AI, Safety and Power

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Dive into a thought-provoking conversation with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman as he discusses AI's rapid growth, potential to extend human capabilities, and addresses critical concerns about safety, power, and moral authority in a future where AI may surpass hum…

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Trick to Powerful Public Speaking - Using the Coffee Shop Test

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Discover how to transform public speaking anxiety into natural confidence using the "coffee shop test" - a simple yet effective approach to connecting authentically with your audience.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Why Venting Doesn't Help You Deal with Anger

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Discover why venting fuels anger instead of cooling it down. Learn four science-backed tools using curiosity over catharsis to manage emotions and build stronger relationships.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Engage Responsibly on Social Media

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Explore why social media is "anti-political" and discover effective strategies for responsible online engagement with researcher Katherine Cross.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Digital Medical Wireless Devices - Shaping the Future of Medicine

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Explore the future of medicine through digital wireless devices, revolutionizing healthcare with innovative technologies and personalized patient care.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Can We Cure Genetic Diseases by Rewriting DNA?

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Chemical biologist David R. Liu discusses base editors, a breakthrough in genome editing that can directly rewrite DNA, potentially treating or curing genetic diseases.

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