Can chemistry uncover new possibilities to compute? Albert Wong highlights the crucial (one) experiment in his laboratory which broke the traditional chemistry frame. Networks of chemical reactions allow for continuously changing processes, opening an uncharted territory for chemistry and science at large. Albert Wong’s career all began with one simple experiment in the lab. That experiment showed an oscillating reaction and created the foundation for his research group 10 years later. Albert is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Twente. He looks forward to sharing his fascination about how networks of chemical reactions operate in harmony to create molecular systems with memories. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Tessera Crosby blends raw personal stories and science to reveal what grief really does beneath the surface, and why most workplaces are still getting it wrong.Grief crashes into your life and your job. It rewires your brain, drains your focus and disrupts how you function.This is not a talk about bouncing back. It is a call for a different kind of leadership, one that sees grief not as weakness but as part of being human. A powerful talk at the intersection of neuroscience, leadership and what it means to be human.Tessera Crosby — born in the USA , now living in Zwolle, the Netherlands. My path has taken me through the healthcare world in many roles, but life itself has been my greatest teacher. After profound personal loss, I’ve shifted my focus to projects that matter deeply to me. I now bring both professional experience and lived wisdom to the stage — and to this talk. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

What if the problem isn't your brain — but the mold you're forced into? In this talk, Sebastiaan Kieft explores how society can thrive by changing systems instead of changing people. He invites us to ask better questions, build inclusive spaces, and truly make room for neurodiversity. Sebastiaan Kieft shows that the real challenge doesn’t lie with people who have ADHD, autism, or dyslexia — but with how we’ve designed work, education, and society around the average brain.With a background in psychology and lived experience with ADHD, Sebastiaan doesn’t offer a quick fix for neurodivergent people — he holds up a mirror to leaders, teams, and entire organizations.His talks are sharp, humorous, and practical. They’re not about learning to function despite your brain, but about asking: what can we do to build systems where more minds can truly thrive? This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Burnout, layoffs, automation - what happens to our value when the work ends? Discover the human metrics that make you irreplaceable in a post‑job world. Penny de Villiers is an employee-wellness strategist who knows burnout from the inside out. After a stress-induced collapse ended her fast-paced HR consulting career, she founded Rebalanced Life—a program helping individuals and organizations recover from and prevent burnout. Her work blends research with real-world insight, and has supported teams across industries facing high-performance pressure. She is also the author of From Burnout to a Beautiful Life, a practical guide to rebuilding well-being from the ground up. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In the next few years, over $30 trillion will pass into the hands of women, reshaping power and influence across the globe. But this isn’t just about wealth—it’s about how women will lead the charge in redefining power itself. In this talk, we explore what’s possible when women step into their true inheritance: not just financial, but creative, authentic, and transformational power. Career Change Coach, former Big 4 Management Consultant, and MBA grad with honors from the University of London, Kelliann McDonald helps high-achieving professionals navigate big career shifts that align with their deeper purpose and calling. Through her signature Career Alchemy Method, she guides consultants and executives to make empowered, strategic career moves with clarity and confidence. With 10+ years in change management at Deloitte, Booz Allen Hamilton, and CBRE — and a growing presence across podcasting, social media, and traditional media — Kelliann bridges corporate success with soul-aligned leadership. Known for helping clients advance their careers while staying true to themselves, her work blends Human Design, mindset coaching, and strategic planning. Clients say, “Working with Kelliann always leaves me with clarity and empowers me to use my voice to advocate for the opportunities and treatment I deserve.” This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

A palestra aborda os avanços da ciência na era do genoma e como a decodificação do DNA está revolucionando a medicina e a compreensão da vida. João Bosco destaca os impactos éticos e sociais dessas descobertas para o futuro da humanidade. Possui graduação em Medicina, com especialização em Imunologia, e realizou pós-doutorado no National Institutes of Health. É Gerente Médico do Laboratório de Genética Molecular do Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein e fundador da NeoGenomica, laboratório de alta complexidade dedicado ao sequenciamento completo do genoma para diagnóstico, prevenção e tratamento. É idealizador e coordenador do Projeto Genomas Raros, o maior estudo brasileiro em genômica de doenças raras. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx