Every day, each of us generates “invisible garbage”—the carbon dioxide emissions released through our choices, habits, and consumption. In this talk, SolarMan of India sheds light on this unseen burden and its impact on our planet. With compelling insights and practical examples, he demonstrates how small lifestyle changes by individuals whether in energy use, transportation, or consumption patterns can collectively reduce carbon emissions and create a meaningful ripple of change. Prof. Chetan Singh Solani is the founder of Energy Swaraj Foundation and an IIT Bombay Professor. He is renowned as the Solar Man of India. On an 11- year Energy Swaraj Yatra, he is spreading the message of finite living, mindful consumption, and renewable self-reliance to create a sustainable future. His work has been honored with awards such as Prime Minister’s Innovation Award, ONGC’s Solar Chulha Challenge, and three Guinness World Records. 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

Pain and fear are among the most powerful human emotions—often seen as barriers, yet they shape our choices, our growth, and our collective stories. In this talk, the speaker explores how pain becomes a teacher and fear a compass, guiding us toward resilience, creativity, and transformation. Drawing on personal experiences and universal truths, the talk reveals how embracing these emotions rather than resisting them can open new paths of understanding and change. Dr. Ankit Bhargava is an Indian physiotherapist, academician, researcher, and entrepreneur, currently serving as Dean/Director and Professor of the Faculty of Physiotherapy & Diagnostics at Jyoti Vidyapeeth Women's University in Jaipur, Rajasthan (since September 2022). He holds dual doctorates (from the Indian School of Business, Hyderabad, and National University of Singapore) and is an honorary professor at multiple institutions. His expertise includes physiotherapy, writing, blogging, and innovation in healthcare education. 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 when compassion meets cutting-edge technology in the most remote corners of our country? Rural communities often face significant barriers to health care — distance, provider shortages and limited resources. OSF OnCall, the digital health entity within OSF HealthCare, is turning that challenge into an opportunity for innovation. Through a strategic blend of virtual visits, mobile units, remote monitoring and embedded care teams, OSF is reimagining how — and where — care is delivered. These solutions are improving health outcomes while advancing equity, economic stability and community resilience. Grounded in its Catholic Mission and guided by a deep sense of purpose, OSF OnCall delivers personalized, timely care to patients who need it most. In this talk, Emily Shields shares how scalable, human-centered strategies are creating lasting change — not just in health care, but in the lives of the people it serves. Emily Shields serves as Chief Strategy Officer for OSF HealthCare, responsible for leading the development, communication and execution of strategic initiatives that drive growth, innovation and long-term success for OSF. She plays a key role in advancing the OSF HealthCare brand and shaping growth strategies that support the system’s Mission and future Vision. Shields has helped lead four hospital acquisitions, expanding the OSF HealthCare footprint to 17 hospitals. Shields spearheaded joint venture opportunities, including an inpatient behavioral health hospital and an ambulatory surgery center. She has built meaningful relationships with providers and health systems, and developed strategies to grow service lines and influence referral patterns. Additionally, she led an initiative that partnered with local and regional employers to create customized services that improve care quality, enhance the patient experience, and reduce costs. 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

En ¿Cómo reinventarse en la era de la inteligencia artificial?, Mariana Pedroza nos invita a reflexionar sobre el poder de la reinvención personal en un mundo en constante transformación tecnológica. Con una mirada provocadora, plantea que para crecer no basta con soñar: necesitamos “matar” nuestros sueños cumpliéndolos, trabajando con disciplina y pasión hasta verlos morir para dar lugar a nuevas metas.A través de su experiencia y ejemplos inspiradores, explora cómo la inteligencia artificial no solo está revolucionando profesiones y negocios, sino también la forma en que construimos nuestro propósito y nos adaptamos a los cambios. Una charla que combina visión, inspiración y herramientas prácticas para quienes buscan mantenerse vigentes, creativos y en movimiento en esta nueva era. Mariana Pedroza es una diseñadora multidisciplinaria con una trayectoria destacada en diseño, tecnología y arte. Es cofundadora de los estudios creativos Together y Humankind, donde desarrolla materiales educativos, activos para creadores y narrativas visuales dirigidas a audiencias globales. Anteriormente, Mariana fue Discipline Manager en BBVA México, donde co-lideró la estrategia de diseño del equipo, implementó metodologías ágiles y contribuyó al crecimiento de la cultura de diseño, escalando el equipo a 250 diseñadores. Su experiencia en inteligencia artificial comenzó hace ocho años al liderar el equipo de diseño en Gus Chat (adquirido por Blip) y como docente en el Tecnológico de Monterrey. Ha sido galardonada dos veces con el Red Dot Design Award, es organizadora de Friends of Figma CDMX, y ha impartido conferencias a nivel internacional. Además, es creadora de Lummi, una plataforma de imágenes libres impulsada por IA, y co-conductora del podcast Design Wednesday. 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

We all know what we should do for our health, yet often struggle to act on it. Dr. Sudesh Kannan, driven by personal loss and groundbreaking research into hidden heart risks, reveals this universal “knowledge-action gap.” He’ll introduce you to common mindsets that keep us stuck – from those in denial to those who try hard but get it wrong, or who repeatedly fall off track. Through compelling stories, Dr. K shows that the solution isn’t just more willpower, but the transformative power of community. Discover how applying Care, Curiosity, Compassion, and Collaboration can empower you to support your loved ones, helping them (and yourself) move beyond just surviving to truly thriving. Because when it comes to health, Knowledge + Action + Your Support = Lives Saved. Dr. Sudesh Kannan, PhD, known as Dr. K, transformed personal tragedy into a global mission. After losing his father early to heart disease and facing his own high cholesterol diagnosis, he co-authored "How to Beat the Heart Disease Epidemic Among South Asians" , uncovering critical genetic risks like lipoprotein(a). With a PhD in Materials Science and a background in human behavior change, Dr. K brings a unique scientific lens to health. An endurance athlete and meditation practitioner, he champions a powerful message: true well-being isn't just about individual knowledge or action, but about the vital support we offer each other. His talk will inspire you to be a catalyst for health, helping yourself and your loved ones move from simply surviving to truly thriving. 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

Has higher education advanced significantly since, say, the 15th Century? Sure, we’ve gained laptop computing, comfortable seating, whiteboards, cozy study spaces, air conditioning, and indoor plumbing. The majority of classroom instruction, though, seems to focus on subject-related content. In engineering education, I call this the technical content. The student is missing something as important: mindset education. While it is important for a fluid mechanics engineer to understand how to properly incorporate friction losses in the mechanical energy equation, what is the point in knowing that skill if it does not provide a meaningful and positive societal impact? Learning experiences should be designed so that the student must uncover opportunities that will create value, embrace lifelong learning, consider the ethical implications of decisions, and take responsibility for one’s decisions. These mindset learning objectives can be streamlined into any subject-related content. Dr. Andrew Gerhart is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Lawrence Technological University (Southfield, MI) with primary focus areas including thermo-fluids, active and collaborative student-centered learning, and engineering education. Dr. Gerhart has written over 90 publications and authored four books, including the top-selling fluid mechanics textbook in the world. He has facilitated over 100 workshops worldwide on active learning and mindset education. Dr. Gerhart was awarded the 2010 Michigan Professor of the Year (by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education), is a Fellow of the Engineering Society of Detroit, and is actively involved in the American Society for Engineering Educators and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers serving on the Performance Test Code Committee for Air-cooled Condensers. 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