This talk explores the human side of clinical trials. Medicines do not reach us by science alone but through the trust and courage of patients, doctors, scientists, and countless others working together. Behind every new treatment lies a community, often unseen, that makes progress possible. By looking at clinical trials as relationships rather than just processes, we understand that breakthroughs begin with people — their faith, empathy, and willingness to step forward for the benefit of all. Sanjay Vyas a Harvard AMP Graduate holds leadership roles at Parexel as the President & MD India and also Global SBU Head of Global Safety and Logistics. He oversees global safety & pharmacovigilance, and clinical trails supply chains. As the Managing Director of India, he also leads the Paraxel India Global Capability Centre with over 6000 employees across multiple functions. His 25-year career includes senior roles across seven countries & 4 continents. This background informs his focus on supply chain optimization and technology-driven pharmacovigilance. Sanjay promotes digital tool and hybrid trail models to improve clinical trail accessibility, keeping patient outcomes central to his approach. His leadership approach combines analytical thinking with empathy, emphasizing collaboration, diversity, and inclusion. 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

Change is something we all fear, whether it’s stepping outside our comfort zone, confronting uncomfortable truths, or simply trying something new. For years, Arjun resisted change, convinced that the problem was the world around him. It wasn’t. In this talk, he shares his journey of facing that fear, from feeling isolated in middle school to finding confidence, leadership, and purpose by learning to change himself first. Through personal stories, moments of failure, and unexpected turning points, he explores how confronting fear can unlock opportunities one never imagined. This is not just about personal growth; it’s about how one small step can create a ripple effect that transforms not only our lives but also the world around us. Arjun Patil is a soon-to-be 17-year-old student who believes that change is inevitable, and the sooner you embrace it, the better. Over the past few years, he has launched several initiatives aimed at making a tangible difference in his community. If he's not opening yet another organisation, you can usually find him asleep or taking a bath. Known widely for his mom’s incredible cooking and his reliability as the go-to ride home, Arjun brings a mix of warmth and ambition to everything he does. Through his TEDx talk, he hopes to inspire others to face their fears, step out of their comfort zones, and harness the power of change, using his own experiences as a guide. 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

The road that came by chance. The road travelled. The road ahead. For Manjula Subhash, every road has always been her own. A childhood marked by challenges could have broken her spirit, yet it became the very foundation of resilience. Instead of embracing negativity, she chose to find light within the shadows—transforming obstacles into stepping stones. From ruling the corporate world to becoming an entrepreneur, her journey reflects courage, determination, and the will to redefine success. Today, her mission is to empower the next generation—guiding them to discover their own road to success through the power of entrepreneurship and innovation. But this is just the beginning… Her story carries lessons that go far beyond survival and success. Are you ready to walk that road with her? With 25+ years in marketing and communications, Manjula has led global functions at firms like Hewlett Packard, Amdocs, Satyam Computers, and Publicis Sapient. She was pivotal in steering Satyam’s reputation during its 2009–10 crisis, aiding its recovery and Mahindra’s acquisition. In 2015, she turned entrepreneur, founding Global CMO Partners, Global News Terminal, Creative Bharat, Startup to Standout, and Good Company Good Culture. Recognized as a Startup Guru by The Times of India, she has mentored 1,000+ startups, 10,000+ entrepreneurs, and impacted 1 million students. An academic collaborator and upcoming author, she continues to shape India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. 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

Timings, pace, schedules. This is what fuels young athletes who rise before dawn, train until exhaustion, and chase victories with relentless focus.For Ahana, this world of competitive sport was all she knew, an arena where discipline masked self-doubt, and running became a way to escape the questions and uncertainties within.Then came the mountains, where none of those rules applied. No stopwatch. No crowd. No finish line. Only silence, solitude, and the uncertainty of every step.In her talk, Ahana takes us through this striking contrast, where the structure and intensity of the field collided with the unpredictability of nature.It was here she discovered that resilience isn’t just about pushing harder, but about embracing vulnerability, stillness, and growth in unfamiliar spaces.Her talk is a story of transformation, of how chaos and quiet together can redefine strength, success, and what it truly means to move forward. Ahana Raman is a 17-year-old national-level footballer and state swimmer whose journey extends beyond the field into the high mountains. Having completed multiple high-altitude treks, such as the Kashmir Great Lakes and Goechala, she has experienced how both sports and the outdoors cultivate resilience, leadership, and self-reflection. 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 is a talk about stories: the ones we write, the ones we tell ourselves, and the ones we try to live inside. For years, Isha believed she was the author of her own perfect script. She thought control and imagination could shield her from reality. But what happens when the narrative falls apart? When the characters don’t play their roles? Through fragments of memory and reflection, she explores what it means to step out of the script, recognize the hidden stories around us, and accept life as the beautiful, imperfect draft it has always been. Isha is a 16-year-old who’s endlessly curious about the world- especially the messy, complicated parts. She’s a writer, student researcher, and public speaker who’s passionate about the intersection of science, storytelling, and identity. To her, science isn’t just about formulas and facts, it’s about uncovering stories written in cells. She leads her youth initiative, YMA India, to push healthcare awareness among students and communities, making conversations about medicine and public health more accessible. Whether she’s designing experiments, organizing fundraisers, or going through datasets at midnight, Isha is always chasing questions that don’t have easy answers. Her work explores how truth and vulnerability shape the stories we tell and how those stories, in turn, shape us. 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

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