TED Courses

Why Domestic Violence Victims Don't Leave

2 reviews

Powerful personal account challenging misconceptions about domestic violence. Steiner shares her experience, explains why victims stay, and offers insights on breaking the cycle of abuse.

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

Biomimicry in Action

2 reviews

Descubre cómo la naturaleza inspira innovadores diseños en productos impermeables, aerodinámicos y de energía solar. Janine Benyus revela fascinantes ejemplos de biomimética aplicada a la resolución de problemas de diseño.

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

Personalizing the Therapeutic Effects of Music

2 reviews

Explore the science behind music's therapeutic potential and its applications in addressing various health conditions, from Parkinson's to pain management.

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

Who Are You?

1 review

Explore the essence of identity through thought-provoking talks on consciousness, self-perception, and personal data, challenging you to understand yourself better.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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

1 review

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

1 review

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

Rethinking America's Military Strategy

1 review

Insightful analysis of post-Cold War US military strategy, proposing a two-part restructure: a swift "Leviathan force" for immediate victories and a diplomatic "System Administrators" network for sustainable peace-building.

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

What Veterinarians Know That Doctors Don't

1 review

Explore how veterinary insights can revolutionize human healthcare, particularly in mental health, through a species-spanning approach to medicine and wellness.

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

The Walkable City

1 review

Urbanist explores solutions for creating walkable cities, reducing car dependency, and improving urban life through thoughtful design and planning.

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

Embracing Elderhood as a Stage of Life

1 review

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

The Science of Psilocybin and Its Use to Relieve Suffering

1 review

Explore the potential of psychedelic drugs in creating spiritually meaningful and transformative experiences, particularly for terminally ill patients, with leading psychopharmacologist Roland Griffiths.

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

Anesthesia and the Dynamics of the Unconscious Mind

1 review

Explore the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and anesthesia, uncovering how our brains function during unconsciousness and its implications for medical science.

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

Expressing Identity with Aesthetic Prosthetics

1 review

Explore the creative process of designing imaginative, personalized prosthetics that express identity and challenge perceptions of disability.

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

How to Lead in the New Era of Employee Activism

1 review

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

1 review

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