Die Rede „Das Zeitalter des Vergessens und der Konzentration“ beschäftigt sich mit den Herausforderungen der modernen Zeit, in der Information im Überfluss vorhanden ist, aber wahre Aufmerksamkeit und Erinnerung zunehmend verloren gehen. In einer Welt, die von Technologie, ständiger Ablenkung und digitaler Überforderung geprägt ist, untersucht die Sprecherin, wie sich unser Denken, Lernen und Erinnern verändert hat.Der Vortrag beleuchtet, wie die ständige Reizüberflutung durch soziale Medien und digitale Geräte unsere Fähigkeit beeinträchtigt, uns zu konzentrieren und bedeutungsvolle Verbindungen zu schaffen. Gleichzeitig wird reflektiert, wie Vergessen sowohl als Schutzmechanismus als auch als Folge des schnellen Informationsflusses verstanden werden kann.Die Rede lädt das Publikum dazu ein, das Gleichgewicht zwischen Vergessen und Konzentration neu zu definieren – zu erkennen, dass bewusste Aufmerksamkeit und geistige Ruhe zu den wertvollsten Fähigkeiten unserer Zeit gehören. Durch eine Kombination aus wissenschaftlicher Reflexion und persönlicher Beobachtung wird verdeutlicht, dass wahre Konzentration nicht nur ein Akt des Denkens, sondern auch ein Akt des Widerstands gegen die Oberflächlichkeit des modernen Zeitalters ist. I am currently studying at ALKEV Anatolian High School as an IB student. In addition, I improve my analytical thinking and problem solving skills by participating in national and international math competitions. Throughout my education life, I continue to take an active role in both academic and social fields by developing projects on sustainability, energy efficiency and social responsibility.I am a student at ALKEV Private Anatolian High School, enrolled in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). I strengthen my knowledge through participation in national and international mathematics competitions and engage in summer programs at universities, focusing on topics like sustainability and analytical thinking. Alongside my academic pursuits, I take place in Model United Nations and sports, to show commitment to both academic and social responsibility. 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

This speech explores"Kafkaism and the concept of change", examining how Franz Kafka’s works portray the individual’s struggle with transformation, alienation, and loss of identity in an increasingly complex world. Through analyzing Kafka’s unique narrative style and symbolism, the talk reflects on how his characters mirror modern society’s feelings of disconnection and uncertainty. It also highlights how "change", both internal and external, can be a powerful yet unsettling force that shapes human identity. By connecting Kafka’s early 20th-century perspective with today’s rapidly evolving world, the speech encourages the audience to question how we adapt to transformation while preserving our sense of self. I, Defne Fidancı, am an 11th-grade student at ALKEV Anatolian High School, studying in the Turkish university track. As a person who has been developing deep passions for criminology, philosophy and literature from childhood; I have an understanding in all of those areas and can create connections between them which helps me with the journey of mental and intellectual development process of mine. I’m a passionate musician, performing as a drummer, vocalist, and guitarist in the same band and also performed. I also actively participate in events and theater productions, playing in several plays as several roles in performances. I have previously served as a PR member of the AG Robotik Team 6459, contributed to the team’s outreach and communications. I was the presenter in the previous year’s TEDX: Perception, additionally I was in the Social Media team in the same year. 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 powerful and deeply personal TEDx talk, Dr. Sassi Malik Sher, a renowned civil service officer and social advocate, takes us through her journey of challenging expectations, breaking stereotypes, and discovering her true strength. Growing up in a world where ambition was often limited by gender, she refused to accept the boundaries placed before her. Together with her sisters, she not only cleared the CSS but carved paths of excellence in spaces where women were once told they did not belong.Through honesty, courage, and reflection, Dr. Sassi shares how every “you can’t” became the fuel for her “I will.” Her story is not just about success—it’s about transformation, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of self-discovery. Dr. Sassi Malik Sher — an MBBS graduate who broke new ground by passing the highly competitive CSS exam and now serves as Assistant Director General at Headquarters Military Lands & Cantonments. She is one of the celebrated Sher sisters, all of whom cleared CSS and shattered stereotypes with grace and grit 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

Prof. Nasir Raza Awan, an accomplished neurosurgeon and neuroscientist, invites us to explore one of humanity’s most profound questions — what is reality, and how do we perceive it? Drawing from neuroscience, philosophy, and the study of consciousness, he unpacks how our brains construct the world we experience and why perception often differs from truth. Through this thought-provoking talk, Prof. Awan challenges us to look beyond what meets the eye and reflect on how understanding the mind can transform the way we see ourselves and the universe around us. Dr. Nasir Raza Awan — a leading neurosurgeon and researcher who bridges the worlds of medicine and science with vision. With subspecialty training in Deep Brain Stimulation and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery from Toronto, Pittsburgh, and the US, he is the founder of SpinaCure, pioneering non-invasive spine treatments in Lahore. Beyond being a professor at Sharif Medical City & LUMS, he also organizes the "SATE Symposia" to reignite scientific curiosity among clinicians. 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

Under the theme "Raah-e-Talaash: Beyond the Obvious", Eman Ali Khan, a second-year MBBS student at Shalamar Medical and Dental College, Lahore, takes us on a deeply personal journey through her battle with an eating disorder. In this raw and heartfelt talk, she unravels the silent struggles hidden behind perfection, the pain beneath the pursuit of control, and the strength it takes to heal. Through her story, Eman reminds us that true self-worth lies not in numbers or appearances, but in realizing that every human being is, above all, worthy of space. Eman Ali Khan (Batch '28) — one of the most decorated students of SMDC. From topping UHS last year to being the spark that lights up every room, she embodies brilliance, and an energy that inspires those around her. 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 happens to medicine once it enters your body? How does a drug get to where it needs to go, and what if that place has a formidable defense system? These are questions being answered in Dr. Eden Tanner’s lab. She and her team are creating breakthroughs in drug delivery that should more effectively treat deadly and aggressive diseases and may even hold the key to preventing them. Dr. Eden E. L. Tanner, is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Mississippi. She holds an Advanced Science degree from the University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia, and a doctorate in Physical and Theoretical Chemistry from the University of Oxford. She was a postdoctoral research fellow at Harvard, where she worked with Samir Mitragotri. Tanner's lab at the University of Mississippi is developing nanoparticle drug delivery processes. 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