What if our cities were designed to bring people together instead of pushing them apart? For decades, car-centered development has left communities isolated, resource-strained, and disconnected from nature. In this inspiring talk, engineer and urban advocate Aaron Harris demonstrates how walkable, human-centered neighborhoods can enhance mental health, stimulate economic vitality, and preserve the environment.From Las Vegas to Seoul, he reveals how rethinking parking lots, zoning laws, and neighborhood design can turn dead space into vibrant places. This talk challenges us to stop treating sprawl as inevitable, and reminds us it’s not too late to build cities where people, not just cars, truly thrive. About the Speaker: Aaron Harris is an engineer, educator, and urban advocate passionate about how cities shape our lives. With a background in mechanical engineering and computer science from the University of Southern California, he spent a decade in the tech industry applying data and systems analysis to solve complex challenges. A Climate Reality leader, Eagle Scout, and avid adventurer, he brings a global perspective to urban design, blending technical expertise with a deep appreciation for community and nature. An educator, technologist, and community advocate based in Las Vegas. With a background in engineering and a passion for exploring technology's potential, he focuses on redesigning environments to enhance the happiness, health, and connection of the people who live in them. 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 this inspiring TEDxMACE talk, Prof. Kiran Christopher, from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam, explores how nature holds the blueprint to some of the world’s toughest challenges. By looking at problems through the lens of biomimicry, he shows how engineers can create smarter, more sustainable, and unexpected solutions. This talk is a reminder that every obstacle is just a question waiting for a natural answer and sometimes the best innovation comes from copying the genius of the world around us. Some people see problems. Prof. Kiran Christopher sees blueprints. An engineer, innovator, and firm believer that nature holds the answers to our toughest challenges, he doesn't just solve problems-he asks, "How would Nature do it?" By drawing inspiration from the world around us, he reimagines solutions with a fresh perspective-one that challenges the conventional and embraces the unexpected. 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 faith and reason were never meant to be at odds?” Swapnendu is on a mission to explore that very question. With a deep respect for spiritual traditions and a love for rational inquiry, Swapnendu bridges the gap between belief and logic. His words invites us to see faith not as blind trust, but as a partner to reason — a force that can guide, challenge, and expand our understanding of the world. Through his thought-provoking insights Swapnendu inspired the audience to imagine a future where curiosity and conviction walk hand in hand. A mind rooted in reason, drawn to poetry, books, and science .He is someone who reads not just for answers, but for understanding. 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

There's a famous quote by William Arthur Ward: 'Curiosity is the wick in the candle of learning' and this what bright young speaker Abigail aims to explore. Driven by an insatiable curiosity, Abigail Zimba believes that every question is a doorway to discovery. Her passion for exploring ideas has shaped a journey of continuous learning — from asking 'why' to seeking deeper truths and seeing the world as a place full of possibilities waiting to be explored. With a heart full of stories and a mind that dances with imagination, she weaves magic through her words. At this tender age she takes the stage not just to speak, but to inspire. 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 songs you love were designed to hook you in just seconds? This talk explores how TikTok is reshaping the music industry, changing not just how we discover music but how it’s created. Dive into the rise of bite-sized hits and what it means for artists and listeners alike. Flight 2 student at Humanitree School, Mexico City 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

Artificial intelligence is often seen as logical, data-driven, and emotionless. But what if AI could recognize, express, and even partner with us emotionally? In this talk, Dr. Erik Bucy explores the fascinating intersection of AI and human emotions — and what it means for the future of our relationship with machines. Dr. Erik Bucy is a leading expert on media, technology, and human behavior, specializing in misinformation, digital literacy, and visual communication. As the Marshall and Sharleen Formby Regents Professor of Strategic Communication at Texas Tech University, his work explores how emerging media shape public perception, creativity, and democratic engagement.A Fulbright Scholar and former editor of Politics and the Life Sciences, Dr. Bucy has held research fellowships at Oxford, LSE, UCLA, and Dartmouth. He is the award-winning co-author of Image Bite Politics and a sought-after voice in global discussions on media influence, misinformation, and digital culture. 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