TED Courses

Lifelike Simulations That Make Real-Life Surgery Safer

Discover how surgical teams use Hollywood effects and 3D printing to create lifelike patient replicas, enabling practice for risky surgeries and revolutionizing medical training and patient safety.

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

Should We Simplify Spelling?

Explore the evolution of language and spelling with Karina Galperin as she challenges traditional notions and proposes a fresh perspective on recording language, questioning the time and effort spent on memorizing complex spelling rules.

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

Stories from a Home for Terminally Ill Children

Kathy Hull shares heartwarming stories from the George Mark Children's House, the first pediatric palliative care facility in the US, offering a peaceful place for terminally ill children and their families.

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

The Data Behind Hollywood's Sexism

Social scientist Stacy Smith reveals gender bias in Hollywood through data analysis, showing underrepresentation of women on-screen and behind-the-camera, and discusses potential negative impacts on viewers.

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

4 Ways to Make a City More Walkable

Discover city planner Jeff Speck's four principles to transform sprawling cities into safe, walkable oases with bike lanes and tree-lined streets, promoting freedom from cars and urban sprawl.

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

Our Story of Rape and Reconciliation

Powerful talk exploring sexual violence, shame, and healing through the personal journey of a victim and perpetrator, offering a unique perspective on reconciliation and global dialogue.

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

The Ethical Dilemma of Designer Babies

Explore the ethical implications of genetic modification in human embryos, potential "upgrades," and the personal consequences of the impending designer baby revolution.

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

The World Doesn't Need More Nuclear Weapons

Erika Gregory calls on rising leaders to pursue global nuclear disarmament by 2045, highlighting the urgent need to address this unfinished challenge in a post-Cold War era.

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

It's Time to Reclaim Religion

Rabbi Sharon Brous presents four principles for revitalizing religious practice, offering a hopeful perspective on faith as a counter-narrative to violence, extremism, and pessimism in modern life.

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

How We Explore Unanswered Questions in Physics

Explore the frontiers of physics with James Beacham as he delves into extra dimensions, undiscovered particles, and the mysteries of gravity using CERN's Large Hadron Collider in this engaging talk.

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

How Online Abuse of Women Has Spiraled Out of Control

Ashley Judd exposes the crisis of online abuse against women, sharing personal experiences and calling for action from internet users, tech companies, and lawmakers to combat this pervasive issue.

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

Could a Drug Prevent Depression and PTSD?

Neuroscientist Rebecca Brachman discusses a serendipitous breakthrough in developing preventative treatments for mental disorders like depression and PTSD, highlighting the role of accidental discoveries in medical advancements.

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

Why Curiosity Is the Key to Science and Medicine

Cancer researcher Kevin B. Jones explores how curiosity, experimentation, and embracing uncertainty drive scientific progress in medicine, emphasizing the importance of honesty and humility in advancing knowledge.

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

Say Your Truths and Seek Them in Others

Elizabeth Lesser explores healing through vulnerability, encouraging honest communication to mend relationships and find personal growth, even in challenging times.

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

A Queer Vision of Love and Marriage

Married activists share their vision of inclusive love, challenging misconceptions and offering a model of possibility for the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.

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