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Can we move beyond traditional grading to communicate true student mastery?In this Khan Academy Ed Talk, Matt Townsley, EdD, and Kristen Dicerbo, PhD, explore how educators can develop more meaningful grading systems that effectively communicate a studen…
Can we move from individual charity to collective community empowerment?Philanthropic advisor Rebecca Darwent explores how a shift in donation strategy can benefit everyone. Discover why letting communities lead the decision-making process is essentia…
Can we move light through silicon to power the next computing revolution?We have mastered the art of shrinking transistors, but the future of computing may not be electronic. Silicon photonics aims to apply nanoscale CMOS processes to the optical realm…
Can we move past identity politics to find a third way for climate action?Climate change is increasingly becoming a divisive wedge issue in global elections. Myles Allen argues that relying on technocratic stealth policies has failed to build a broad co…
Can we navigate the era of fake news without facing catastrophe?In this conversation with TED Curator Chris Anderson, veteran journalist Christiane Amanpour discusses the dangers of misinformation and the vital importance of engaging with empi…
Can we navigate the hype surrounding AI with genuine scientific confidence and clarity?Artificial intelligence is transforming our world faster than any technology since the World-Wide Web. While headlines oscillate between excitement and fear, Professor Mike Wooldr…
Can we now simulate reality with artificial intelligence?This video explores the latest advancements in latent space material synthesis, showcasing simulations that appear remarkably close to reality. It highlights the rapid evolution o…
Can we nudge an asteroid away from a collision course with Earth?Earth faces constant bombardment from small asteroids, but larger ones pose a genuine threat. To defend our planet, scientists are testing whether we can physically alter an aster…
Can we nudge an asteroid to save Earth from a potential collision?NASA's DART mission recently proved that kinetic impact can actually alter an asteroid's trajectory. By slamming a spacecraft into the moonlet Dimorphos, scientists successfully c…
Can we observe the quantum nature of spacetime without a solar-system-sized collider?Observing the quantum properties of gravity and spacetime typically requires a particle collider the size of our solar system. This video explores how physicists might bypass this…
Can we optimize data by fixing the encoding length instead of the message?In this lecture from Sam Cohen's third-year Information Theory course at Oxford, we explore Tunstall’s algorithm. Discover how to build optimal codes by varying input length while…
Can we overcome the legacy of political oppression in Russian psychiatry?In Russia, the shadow of Soviet-era political misuse of therapy still lingers. This talk explores how deep-seated distrust and the rise of unregulated practitioners shape the mode…
Can we overcome the limits to global growth?In 2012, scholars gathered to reflect on the 40th anniversary of a landmark report. This video explores the enduring lessons of 'Limits to Growth' and the ongoing struggle to bala…
Can we pause human life to cheat death during medical emergencies?Suspended animation is the deliberate slowing or stopping of biological functions to preserve life. While common in nature, from hibernating animals to ancient microorganisms, sci…
Can we peer inside the complex circuits of a neural network?This video explores the internal architecture of neural networks, moving beyond the black box to examine the specific circuits that drive artificial intelligence performance.
Can we peer into the depths of a super volcano?Geologist Christopher Jackson explores the complexities of volcanic structures, from underwater vents to the massive systems hidden beneath Yellowstone.
Can we peer into the moments before the Big Bang?While the early universe is well-documented, the era preceding the Big Bang remains a profound mystery. This video explores the limits of our current cosmic understanding.
Can we perceive objective values directly, or do we invent meaning ourselves?Dietrich von Hildebrand, a twentieth-century philosopher, argued that we do not bestow meaning upon the world. Instead, he claimed that real beings possess intrinsic value that ca…
Can we power a world of 10 billion people with clean energy?Physicist Julio Friedmann explores the massive infrastructure and investment required to provide cheap, sustainable energy to a growing global population.- Can we power global shipping with liquid fuel made from green electricity?Jim Hagemann Snabe, chairman of the world's largest maritime shipping company, explains the necessity of decarbonizing the massive logistics networks that move our goods across th…
Can we power the green transition by mining the deepest parts of our ocean?Deep-sea mining promises a bounty of cobalt, nickel, and manganese essential for electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy. Yet, these minerals lie thousands of meters down …
Can we predict a drug's power just by looking at its shape?In the hunt for new medicines, scientists face a daunting problem: how do you know if a molecule will work before you ever test it in a living body? The answer lies in QSAR—a meth…
Can we predict an outbreak's future? Models offer a map, not a crystal ball.We cannot run experiments on real people to test how a disease spreads. Instead, scientists use mathematical models to simulate outbreaks. These simplified representations of real…
Can we predict earthquakes? Science says we are still waiting for a breakthrough.Earthquake prediction remains an elusive goal, often confused with forecasting or real-time warnings. Despite decades of searching for reliable precursors—from animal behavior to …
Can we predict how nature will withstand the pressures of climate change?Evolutionary biologist Sean B. Carroll addresses complex questions regarding the resilience of nature, the absence of massive mammalian predators, and the ethics of controlled rhi…
Can we predict space weather by watching hurricanes and El Niño on Earth?Earth’s upper atmosphere is a volatile frontier where terrestrial weather meets the chaos of space. NASA’s GOLD mission, a mini-fridge-sized instrument in geostationary orbit, is …
Can we predict the future of a particle without ever touching it?In 1935, Einstein and his colleagues proposed a thought experiment to challenge quantum mechanics. They argued that if measuring one particle instantly reveals the state of its di…
Can we predict the future of global economies by studying the distant past?Economic history bridges the gap between abstract theory and messy reality. By examining how societies managed resources, inequality, and crises, scholars uncover the hidden drive…
Can we predict the future of innovation using a simple mathematical formula?Innovation is the engine of progress, but how do we measure its potential? The Idea Equation breaks down the production of new concepts into three core variables: population, ince…
Can we predict the future of mathematics by looking at its forgotten past?A panel of Oxford mathematicians examines the trajectory of their field over the next century. By reflecting on historical developments and overlooked mathematical concepts, they …- Can we predict the universe's future expansion without counting a single galaxy?Dark energy remains one of the most profound mysteries in cosmology. This episode of PBS Space Time explores how we can potentially determine the ultimate fate of the universe by …
Can we predict the violent explosion of a star?A supernova occurs roughly every second in the observable universe, yet we have never witnessed the initial moments of such an event. This video explores whether scientists can de…
Can we preserve art made from materials like chocolate, soap, and decaying latex?Modern artists increasingly use ephemeral substances that defy traditional preservation. A specialist at the Hirshhorn Museum explains the difficult trade-offs involved in keeping…
Can we preserve human life in suspended animation for a future revival?Cryonics aims to place dying individuals in suspended animation, hoping future medical advancements might cure their conditions or allow their consciousness to be transferred into…
Can we preserve our humanity while embracing the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence?Spoken word poet Salome Agbaroji and musician Samora Pinderhughes join host Elise Hu to examine how technology reshapes human creativity. They argue that technological influence i…
Can we preserve the cosmos for future generations while exploring the solar system?NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy recently addressed the 39th Space Symposium to outline a vision for responsible space exploration. As the industry expands, the agency is prio…
Can we preserve the creative spark in a changing educational landscape?Actor Michael Sheen reflects on his roots in Port Talbot and explores why modern shifts in arts education might be depriving the next generation of vital opportunities.
Can we prevent AI from automating our economic decline?As the United States leads the global AI race, a significant risk of economic hollow-out looms. US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo examines the threat of social unrest and dis…
Can we prevent artificial intelligence from becoming a threat to human survival?Founded in 2000, the Machine Intelligence Research Institute has spent decades exploring the existential risks posed by superintelligent AI. Once focused on technical alignment an…
Can we prevent artificial intelligence from eventually surpassing human intelligence and taking control?Geoffrey Hinton, the renowned Godfather of AI, discusses the evolution of machine learning and the urgent need to address the risks posed by superintelligent systems. This talk ex…
Can we prevent resource wars in the race for green technology?The global transition to clean energy and electric vehicles requires a massive increase in mineral extraction. This video explores the growing international conflicts over these e…- Can we prevent superintelligent AI from causing human extinction before it is too late?Nate Soares, president of the Machine Intelligence Research Institute, argues that current AI development is moving too fast for safety. Once a leading technical researcher on AI …
- Can we prevent the metaverse from inheriting the internet's worst flaws?The metaverse is already facing significant challenges before it is even fully built. Video game lawyer Micaela Mantegna explores the risks of unchecked surveillance and how new l…
Can we prevent the rise of cancer in an ageing world?While some cancers are entirely preventable, others remain beyond our current reach. As global populations age, the incidence of cancer is expected to rise steadily. The challenge…- Can we print new organs and repair them outside the human body today?Transplant surgeon Pankaj Chandak is revolutionizing medicine by moving beyond traditional surgery. Through warm machine perfusion and 3D printing, he is developing ways to repair…
Can we print our way out of the organ shortage?With hundreds of thousands of people currently on transplant waiting lists, the demand for human organs far exceeds the supply of donors. This video explores bioprinting as a pote…
Can we program a machine to make life-or-death moral choices?When an autonomous vehicle faces an unavoidable accident, whose lives should it prioritize? This talk explores the complex social dilemmas of programming ethics into artificial in…- Can we program bacteria to target and destroy cancer cells?In 1884, a patient's cancer unexpectedly receded following a bacterial infection. Tal Danino explores how modern synthetic biologists are using this phenomenon to engineer bacteri…
- Can we program life at its most fundamental level?The advent of CRISPR technology has moved genetic engineering from theory to reality. This video explores the profound implications of our new ability to edit the blueprint of lif…
Can we program machines to produce original music?For over 170 years, thinkers have debated whether artificial creativity is possible, or if the true spark of genius belongs solely to the human programmer.
Can we program viruses to build the next generation of green technology?Inspired by the architecture of abalone shells, scientist Angela Belcher demonstrates how viruses can be engineered to construct advanced nanoscale structures for renewable energy.
Can we protect Earth by striking an asteroid in space?This video explores the AIDA study, a collaborative mission designed to test methods for deflecting asteroids that might threaten Earth. By striking a binary asteroid system, scie…
Can we protect our crops without poisoning the planet?Integrated pest management (IPM) offers a sophisticated strategy for agriculture that prioritizes ecological balance over broad-spectrum chemical intervention. This video explains…
Can we protect our secrets from the coming quantum computer threat?As quantum computing advances, current encryption may become obsolete. To counter this, NIST has standardized ML-KEM, a post-quantum key-encapsulation mechanism. It uses complex m…
Can we protect the ocean before it is too late for marine life?Marine biologist Sylvia Earle returns to the TED stage to evaluate the progress of her 2009 initiative to create a global network of protected Hope Spots. She highlights successfu…- Can we protect the world's oceans by treating them like national parks?Underwater drone expert David Lang argues that ordinary citizens have the power to conserve marine environments. By drawing lessons from the history of the US National Parks Servi…
Can we protect thirty percent of the world's oceans by the year 2030?National Geographic Explorer Enric Sala left academia to dedicate his life to ocean conservation. This episode follows his journey from diving in the Arctic to swimming with shark…
Can we prove that happiness is the ultimate goal of human existence?John Stuart Mill’s 1861 essay Utilitarianism remains the most influential defense of a liberal humanistic morality. By arguing that actions are right when they promote happiness a…
Can we prove that there are infinitely many pairs of twin prime numbers?The Twin Prime Conjecture remains one of the most famous unsolved problems in mathematics. This video features Dr. James Maynard, a prominent mathematician who has contributed sig…
Can we prove the existence of an afterlife before we actually die?John Hick, a prominent 20th-century philosopher of religion, proposed a provocative solution to the problem of verifying faith. He argued that if a divinely governed universe exis…