Same prescription, different results. Why do we react differently? This talk, with real-life examples, explains how precision medicine, which connects genetics, data, and the context of life, transforms "average medicine" into "personal design." Medicine should be centered on the individual, not the average. Embark on a faster, more accurate, and more empathetic health journey with your own unique blueprint. . 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

Why do animals deserve respect, and how can we show it? Humans must love and protect nature and animals. This talk focuses on humans standing beside nature, and on trophic cascades that show scientific grounds for doing so. I aspire to become an expert in veterinary medicine, ideally earning a doctoral degree in the field. I would also love to study zoology in greater depth one day. Working as a veterinarian and running an animal-related business both sound like inspiring career paths to me. My dream is to establish my own business after dedicating years to becoming a trustworthy veterinarian with not only excellent skills but also a compassionate heart. 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 Makes a Criminal? What turns an ordinary person into someone capable of the unthinkable? This talk explores concepts of alter egos, the case of Billy Milligan, and the roots of crime. It challenges us to imagine justice that understands the offender’s mind while refusing to forget the victim’s voice. She is a criminal psychologist and former prosecutor whose work focuses on the intersection of law and human behavior. Drawing on courtroom experience, she examines the psychological dimensions of criminal responsibility, decision-making, and offender behavior. She is particularly interested in how psychological insights can strengthen legal practice and advance the pursuit of justice. 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

Longevity is rewriting every chapter of the human story, yet we’re still living by an old script. It’s time to lay the infrastructure of a new longevity society—with stories that inspire and guide us, systems of education, work, and markets that adapt to longer lives, and physical spaces and places that engage and connect us at every age. Joseph F. Coughlin, PhD, is the founding director of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology AgeLab. A researcher, teacher, and advisor, his work explores how global demographics, technology, and evolving social trends are transforming business and society. Dr. Coughlin teaches in MIT’s Department of Urban Studies & Planning and frequently speaks to Fortune 500 boardrooms as well as to convention halls around the world, delivering his unique style of insight and humor. Dr. Coughlin advises major companies across various industries on a diverse range of topics shaped by demographic and socio-technical change. He has served on advisory committees for British Telecom, Daimler, Fidelity Investments, and Sanofi-Aventis, as well as for the White House, the Organization for Economic Cooperation & Development, and the World Economic Forum. The Wall Street Journal recognized Dr. Coughlin as a pioneer in reimagining the future of retirement, and Fast Company Magazine named him one of the “100 Most Creative in Business.” He is also a member of World Minds, a Zurich-based community of global leaders in science, arts, and business. Investment News named him one of the financial industry’s leading “Icons & Innovators.” In 2024, he received the Investment & Wealth Institute’s Impact Award for his development of longevity planning. Dr. Coughlin, an author of over 250 academic publications, is a Senior Contributor to Forbes and regularly writes for MarketWatch. His bestselling book, The Longevity Economy: Unlocking the World’s Fastest Growing, Most Misunderstood Market (Public Affairs, 2017), has been translated into multiple languages and is essential reading for leadership teams across various industries. His new book, co-authored with MIT AgeLab’s Luke Yoquinto, is Longevity Hubs: Regional Innovation for Global Aging (MIT Press, 2024). 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

Aditi Dugar talks about blending tradition with innovation in the world of food, exploring how creativity, culture, and entrepreneurship come together to shape new experiences and possibilities. Aditi Dugar is a pioneering restaurateur and entrepreneur, best known as the founder and director of Masque, India’s first tasting-menu-only restaurant. Under her leadership, Masque has been recognised as the Best Restaurant in India on Asia’s 50 Best list for four consecutive years, the first female-led establishment to achieve this honour. Beginning her career in finance, Aditi was drawn to food by her family’s passion for cooking. She launched Sage & Saffron in 2012, refined her skills at Michelin-starred restaurants, and opened Masque in 2016. Her work reimagines Indian dining through seasonal, sustainable produce sourced from local farmers. Beyond Masque, she also runs TwentySeven Bakehouse, Bar Paradox, and Circle Sixty Nine, each a reflection of her creative vision. Aditi’s relentless commitment to championing Indian ingredients has made her one of the most influential voices in India’s culinary renaissance. 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

Murali S. shares how a string of early failures became the forge for lasting success, revealing how setbacks can steer us toward our true calling. In his case, a lifelong passion for teaching. Murali S. is a Physics teacher at DAIS whose journey into education began as an unexpected detour. A qualified Electronics and Communication Engineer, he started in IT before discovering his passion for teaching in 2009. He first taught computer science in Bangalore and co-founded a coaching center for competitive exams, mentoring students for AIEEE and JEE Physics. In 2014, he transitioned to international curricula, and later earned a Master’s in Education on a full IB scholarship. Today, he is a certified Cambridge teacher trainer specializing in pedagogy and subject delivery. Known for blending theory with lively demonstrations, humor, and personal attention, he transforms reluctant learners into confident achievers. His interest in movies and child psychology strengthens his ability to connect with students, helping them grow as both learners and individuals. 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