The simple genius of a good graphic

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This week on TED.com September 29, 2018

Talk of the week Tommy McCall: The simple genius of a good graphic 05:57 minutes · Filmed Apr 2018 · Posted Sep 2018 · TED2018 In a talk that's part history lesson, part love letter to graphics, information designer Tommy McCall traces the centuries-long evolution of charts and diagrams -- and shows how complex data can be sculpted into beautiful shapes. "Graphics that help us think faster, or see a book's worth of information on a single page, are the key to unlocking new discoveries," McCall says. Watch now »

Playlist of the week What is deep time? Meander through Earth's lengthy timeline with these talks that go way, way back to the beginning of everything. Watch » 8 TED Talks to browse in your own sweet time

This week's new TED Talks In 2009, 11,341 untested rape kits -- some dating back to the 1980s -- were found in an abandoned warehouse once used by the Detroit police. When this scandal was uncovered, prosecutor Kym Worthy set a plan into action to get justice for thousands of victims -- and put predators behind bars. Watch » Does your city rock? Speaking onstage in the legendary music city of Memphis, Tennessee, Elizabeth Cawein shares how a thriving music scene can make a city healthier and happier. Listen for ideas about promoting your local music scene -- and showing off your city's talent to the world. Watch » We all want to be safe, and our safety is intertwined, says Tracie Keesee, a 25-year police officer and the cofounder of the Center for Policing Equity. She shares the theory of "co-production" -- the idea that everyone in a community has a role in building safety and security. "We must move forward together," Keesee says. "There's no more us versus them." Watch » Young photographer Isadora Kosofsky is a chronicler of love, loss and loneliness. In this searching talk, she shares photos from her four years documenting the lives of three senior citizens who form a love triangle. Her tender portraits reveal what seniors can teach us about our universal search for love and belonging. Watch »

Read more on ideas.ted.com Our planet: Surprisingly fascinating: methane A rewarding read about this lighter-than-air gas Useful advice: After a disaster, don’t send food or clothing; send money  Tips and truths from a disaster relief expert We humans: Facing a tough decision? How to see past your blind spots Borrow these 3 tactics from psychology, business, the military

Quote of the Week “ Our visual cortex was built to decode complex information and is a master at pattern recognition. Graphics that help us think faster or see a book's worth of information on a single page are the key to unlocking new discoveries." Tommy McCall The simple genius of a good graphic

TED Radio hour: humane cities Cities are symbols of hope and opportunity. But overcrowding and gentrification can hurt our neighborhoods. This hour, TED speakers explore how we can build more humane, welcoming cities. Listen on NPR, Apple Podcasts or the TED Android app.

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Your fingerprints reveal more than you think

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This week on TED.com September 22, 2018

Talk of the week Simona Francese: Your fingerprints reveal more than you think 10:05 minutes · Filmed Apr 2018 · Posted Sep 2018 · TED2018 Our fingerprints are what make us unique -- but they're also home to a world of information hidden in molecules that reveal our actions, lifestyles and routines. In this riveting talk, chemist Simona Francese shows how she studies these microscopic traces using mass spectrometry, a technology that analyzes fingerprints in previously impossible detail, and demonstrates how this cutting-edge forensic science can help police catch criminals. Watch now »

Playlist of the week Who's watching us? (10 talks) In the age of smart tech, privacy is a definite concern. Here's the download on who has your information and what they're doing with it. Watch » Total run time 2:10:10 --

This week's new TED Talks When the pressure is on, why do we sometimes fail to live up to our potential? Cognitive scientist Sian Leah Beilock reveals what happens in your brain and body when you choke in stressful situations -- from a soccer game to a math test -- and shares psychological tools that can help you perform at your best when it matters most. Watch » What if we could help our bodies heal faster and without scars, like Wolverine in X-Men? TED Fellow Kaitlyn Sadtler is working to make this dream a reality by developing new biomaterials that could change how our immune system responds to injuries. In this quick talk, she shows the different ways these products could help the body regenerate. Watch » After a horrific accident put her in the tabloid headlines, Kate Stone found a way to take back control of her narrative -- and help prevent others from losing their privacy, too. Learn how she reclaimed her story in this personal talk infused with humor and courage. Watch » Nobody likes going to the hospital. What if we could get lifesaving care in our own homes? Health care futurist Niels van Namen shows how advances in technology are making home care a cheaper and safer alternative to (some) hospital stays. Watch » Archaeologist and curator Chip Colwell collects artifacts for his museum, but he also returns them to where they came from. In a thought-provoking talk, he discusses how some museums are confronting a legacy of stealing spiritual objects and pillaging ancient graves -- and working with communities to return their cultural treasures. Watch » As a young scientist, Catherine Mohr was on her dream scuba trip -- when she put her hand right down on a spiny sea urchin. While a school of sharks circled above. What happened next? More than you can possibly imagine. Settle in for this fabulous story with a dash of science. Watch »

Read more on ideas.ted.com Tech: This online forum for teens has zero bullies. How do they do it? Meet a young technologist who turns civility into a game We humans: Headed to a protest? Here’s what to know before you go Use your voice to change the world -- and stay safe Career: The 5 types of mentors you need in your life How to assemble your personal dream team to help you find your path

Quote of the Week “ It turns out that math anxiety is contagious. When adults are anxious about their own math ability, it rubs off on their kids and it affects whether they choke or thrive. But just as we can put limits on others, we can take them off. My research team and I have shown that when we help parents do fun math activities with their kids -- like bedtime math, fun story problems to do with your kids -- not only do children's attitudes about math improve, but their math performance across the school year improves as well." Sian Leah Beilock Why we choke under pressure -- and how to avoid it

TED Radio hour: getting better We expect a lot of our doctors, but they don't always have the best tools to treat us. This episode, TED speakers explore new ways to think about disease, diagnosis and the delicate art of healing. Listen on NPR, Apple Podcasts or the TED Android app.

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Struggling to make a decision? 3 ways to make better decisions -- by thinking like a computer

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This week on TED.com September 15, 2018

Talk of the week Tom Griffiths: 3 ways to make better decisions -- by thinking like a computer 11:47 minutes · Filmed Jun 2017 · Posted Sep 2018 · TEDxSydney If you ever struggle to make decisions, here's a talk for you. Cognitive scientist Tom Griffiths shows how we can apply the logic of computers to untangle tricky human problems, sharing three practical strategies for making better decisions -- on everything from finding a home to choosing which restaurant to go to tonight. Watch now »

Playlist of the week The value of skepticism (10 talks) These TED Talks push us to question more -- our doctors, our governments and even our own eyes. Watch » Total run time 2:27:56

This week's new TED Talks Of all the problems facing humanity, which should we focus on solving first? In a compelling talk about how to make the world better, moral philosopher Will MacAskill provides a framework for answering this question based on the philosophy of "effective altruism" -- and shares ideas for taking on three pressing global issues. Watch » Did the world's response to 9/11 make us any safer? In an eye-opening talk, TED Fellow and conflict researcher Benedetta Berti suggests that building a safer world has a lot less to do with crushing enemies on the battlefield and a lot more to do with protecting civilians -- no matter where they're from or where they live. Watch » For nearly half a century, scientists have been trying to create a process for transplanting animal organs into humans. But the risks, specifically of transmitting the PERV virus from pigs to humans, have always been too great, stalling research -- until now. In a mind-blowing talk, geneticist Luhan Yang explains a breakthrough: using CRISPR, a technique for editing genes, she and her colleagues have created pigs that don't carry the virus. Watch » In 2011, eye surgeon Andrew Bastawrous developed a breakthrough app that brings eye care to remote communities, preventing blindness and disease. But along the way, he noticed a problem: strict funding regulations meant that he could only treat people with specific diseases, leaving many others without help. In this passionate talk, Bastawrous calls for a new health care funding model that's flexible and ambitious -- to deliver better health to everyone. Watch »

Read more on ideas.ted.com Living: Got too much stuff? 7 TED-tested tips to de-clutter Wise advice from speakers on how to pare down and love your space Creativity: Anger can be fire for creativity -- so let it burn A passionate case to channel your rage into power, art, music, action Gallery: What's it like to live next to a volcano? Meet people from around the world who live next to a massive, unpredictable force of nature

Quote of the Week “ You can't control outcomes, just processes. And as long as you've used the best process, you've done the best that you can." Tom Griffiths 3 ways to make better decisions — by thinking like a computer

TED Radio hour: Decisions Decisions Whether you're choosing spaghetti sauce or a life partner, making decisions can be paralyzing. This hour, TED speakers explore how we make the choices we make, and how we learn to live with them. Listen on NPR, Apple Podcasts or the TED Android app.

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A love letter to realism in a time of grief

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This week on TED.com September 9, 2018

Talk of the week Mark Pollock and Simone George: A love letter to realism in a time of grief 19:22 minutes · Filmed Apr 2018 · Posted Sep 2018 · TED2018 When faced with life's toughest circumstances, how should we respond: as an optimist, a realist or something else? In an unforgettable talk, explorer Mark Pollock and human rights lawyer Simone George explore the tension between acceptance and hope in times of grief -- and share the groundbreaking work they're undertaking to cure paralysis. Watch now »

Playlist of the week Practice makes perfect (9 talks) These talks drive home the many different ways to get better at what you care about. Watch » Total run time 1:57:39

This week's new TED Talks In 2012, the state of Colorado legalized cannabis, part of what has fast become a multibillion-dollar global industry for all things weed-related, from vape pens to brownies and beyond. But to say that we've legalized marijuana is subtly misleading -- what we've really done is commercialized THC, says activist Ben Cort, and that's led to products that are unnaturally potent. In an eye-opening talk, Cort examines the often unseen impacts of the commercial cannabis industry -- and calls on us to question those who are getting rich off it. Watch » Human trafficking doesn't just happen late at night on street corners in the shady part of town -- it also happens online, in the middle of the workday, using company equipment and resources. With this problem comes an opportunity, says attorney Nikki Clifton, because it means that the business community is in a unique position to educate and mobilize their employees to fight sex trafficking. In an honest talk, Clifton outlines how businesses can help, from setting clear policies to hiring survivors. Watch » When we talk about greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide gets the most attention -- but methane, which leaks unseen from pipes and wells, has a far greater immediate impact on global warming. Environmentalist Fred Krupp has an idea to fix the problem: launch a satellite that tracks global methane emissions, and share the data it collects. Learn more about how simple fixes to cut down on this invisible pollutant can help us put the brakes on climate change. (This plan is one of the first ideas from The Audacious Project, TED's new initiative to inspire global change.) Watch » Geneticist Steve McCarroll wants to make an atlas of all the cells in the human body so that we can understand in precise detail how specific genes work, especially in the brain. In this fascinating talk, he shares his team's progress -- including their invention of "Drop-seq," a technology that allows scientists to analyze individual cells at a scale that was never before possible -- and describes how this research could lead to new ways of treating mental illnesses like schizophrenia. Watch »

Read more on ideas.ted.com Work: A better way to start a new job How to be your best self at the workplace from day one Living: Fill your life with more color -- and more joy Kick the beige habit! Learn how vivid colors give you energy  Insight: Are we living in a post-truth era?   A bold idea from historian Yuval Harari

Quote of the Week “ When we can no longer change our circumstances, we are challenged to change ourselves." Mark Pollock and Simone George A love letter to realism in a time of grief

TED Radio hour: Dying well Is there a way to talk about death candidly, without fear ... and even with humor? How can we best prepare for it with those we love? This hour, TED speakers explore the beauty of life ... and death. Listen on NPR, Apple Podcasts or the TED Android app.

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