NOTE FROM TED: We've flagged this talk because it falls outside the content guidelines TED gives TEDx organizers. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfWhat if robots could move through grain, sand, or even Martian soil as easily as a fish swims through water? Dr. Lorenzo Conti introduces Crover, the world’s first granular robotics system, designed to navigate and monitor materials like never before. This breakthrough technology is transforming grain storage by preventing spoilage, reducing carbon emissions, and optimizing food security. By leveraging the unique ‘Crover effect,’ the robot overcomes traditional resistance in granular media, enabling seamless movement and real-time data collection.Beyond agriculture, this innovation has vast potential applications, from environmental monitoring to space exploration, where rovers struggle with loose terrain. Dr. Conti shares how his team is developing autonomous navigation systems for granular environments, paving the way for a future where robotics can operate in previously inaccessible spaces. As Crover moves from research to real-world deployment, it is redefining the limits of technology and sustainability. Dr. Lorenzo Conti is the visionary Founder and CEO of Crover, creator of the world’s first "granular drone," the CROVER, which moves autonomously within bulk solids and powders to tackle critical challenges in agriculture and storage. Lorenzo's journey began with a PhD in Engineering at The University of Edinburgh, where his research in granular rheology led to the discovery of the "CROVER effect" — the core of his company's innovative technology. His work has earned global recognition, positioning Crover as a leader in subterranean and granular material solutions. An Enterprise Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering, Dr. Conti is honored for his pioneering contributions to engineering and entrepreneurship, exemplifying technology’s power to address pressing industry needs. 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

NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker’s personal views and experiences in police service. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfPolicing is not about ruling, it’s about serving. In this compelling talk, Mr. Sandeep Karnik (IPS), Commissioner of Police, Nashik, Maharashtra shares his experiences and experiments in modern policing. Through real-life stories and strategic innovations, he unveils how law enforcement can resonate with the community, ensuring justice with empathy and effectiveness. Discover how the philosophy of “Shaasak Nahi Sewak” is shaping a new era of policing that prioritizes service over authority. A distinguished officer, currently serving as the Commissioner of Police, Nashik City, he has dedicated his career to transforming policing through technology and citizen-centric initiatives. With a B.E. in Electronics, an MBA in Marketing, and a Master's in Police Management, he cleared the UPSC exam in 2004, joining the Indian Police Service. He has held key positions, including Joint Commissioner of Police, Pune City, and Additional Commissioner of Police, Mumbai City. Over the past year, he has redefined proactive policing in Nashik, implementing cyber patrolling, AI-driven initiatives, an all-woman squad for women's safety, and anti-drug and anti-street nuisance drives. His efforts earned him the Times Sanman Award for Police-Citizen Connect initiatives, presented by the Honorable Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis. 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

NOTE FROM TED: TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfBonnie’s talk shares the ambitious goal to create a marine terminal where people, planet, and profits thrive together. At one of the busiest ports in the world in Long Beach, California, the San Pedro Gateway Complex typically carries up to 30% of international trade to and from the United States. Bonnie highlights how the terminal she works at has embraced electrification, state of the art technology, upskilling, renewables and community engagement in its quest to be profitable, efficient, empathetic and net zero emissions by 2030. Bonnie Nixon has held many high-profile positions at the global forefront of a new low carbon, resource protected and just economy. Today Ms. Nixon is a corporate sustainability executive at LBCT, the greenest marine terminal in the world. In addition to completing a $250M Net Zero 2030 Strategy, Bonnie obtained $102M in 2023/2024 for decarbonization. Possessing certificates and extensive training in mediation, environmental, health, safety and labor practices, Ms. Nixon teaches Sustainable Supply Chain at Harvard and UCLA Extensions. Bonnie skillfully leads ethical conversations and global initiatives and conducts extensive and executable research designed to accelerate sustainability and advance human rights. Her personal and professional vision is to treasure every tribe and indigenous culture and eliminate destructive extraction from our land, forests and oceans. 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

NOTE FROM TED: Please do not look to this talk for medical advice. This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and understanding of diet, lifestyle and health. We've flagged this talk because it falls outside the content guidelines TED gives TEDx organizers. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfEveryone knows somebody with a health issue. In this engaging talk, Emily Willen explores the transformative power of lifestyle changes in managing chronic illness. Drawing from personal experience and scientific research, she demonstrates how adjustments in nutrition, physical activity, and overall lifestyle changes can significantly improve health outcomes. Emily also delves into the broader systemic issues impacting public health, such as food insecurity, lack of access to quality healthcare, and socioeconomic disparities in America. She argues that individual lifestyle choices are not always enough by highlighting the complex factors that shape health outcomes—and calls for greater focus on advocacy, community-based solutions, policy changes, and education to address the national health crisis. With practical steps for individuals and communities, this talk offers a hopeful vision of how we can collectively improve our health for ourselves, our families, and our society. Emily Willen majored in Anthropology, with a focus in medical and biological anthropology, and Dietetics, Food, and Nutrition for her undergraduate degree. Her thesis focused on diet, pathogen trends, and origin of disease by studying the morphology of skeletal system from the paleolithic to modern era. She is currently a Masters Health Education and Promotion student at CUNY Lehman College. Emily studied culture and health abroad, including Sustainable Strategies at Korea University and Japanese Culture at Sugiyama University. After surviving her own health challenges, her passion is to dedicate her life to public health in helping others overcome barriers. She’s taken leadership workshops through the Lehman Leadership Development Center, which she now coordinates programs for, and with the CUNY Malave Leadership Academy. Through advocacy, she became a board member of Lehman’s Food Security and Sustainability Initiative Program and a facilitator of the Food Justice Leadership Program. 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

A former national team gymnast, Stanford All-American, and physician-executive for some of Silicon Valley’s most innovative health startups, Dr. Kim Boyd has been at the forefront of health and performance for decades. In this insightful and inspiring talk, she shares why our current approach to medical care isn’t sufficient for a long, healthy life and how even the most advanced biohacking may not deliver all of the results we desire. By weaving together the science and the art of who we are, how we live, and what we want to become, Dr. Boyd will help you live longer and have more fun while doing so.Kim Boyd, MD is the Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of WndrHLTH, a stealth startup bringing a new approach to longevity. A former national team gymnast, Kim’s innate interest in optimizing wellness and transforming healthcare paradigms has driven her medical career. As an innovative physician-executive, Kim has shaped and built companies on the cutting edge of new models of medical care across six startups. She was an early leader at One Medical and has led companies at the forefront of AI and healthcare, as well as those delivering new approaches to women's health, obesity, and metabolic health. Kim was Phi Beta Kappa and an Academic All-American at Stanford University. She continued at Stanford Medical School where she was a Medical Scholars Research Program grant recipient for her work integrating medicine and the humanities.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

Vaclav Vincalek examines the promises and pitfalls of artificial intelligence (AI), urging us to question the technology’s growing influence on our lives. Vaclav highlights AI's potential for biased decisions, lack of transparency, and unpredictable consequences—from self-driving car ethics to parole decisions. Drawing on decades of experience with technology, he cautions against blindly trusting AI as an impartial solution to human problems. Instead, he emphasizes the human role in designing and deploying AI systems and the need for accountability and transparency. Viewers will learn to critically evaluate AI's promises, understand its limitations, and advocate for ethical practices that protect our rights and decision-making power. CTO, Entrepreneur Vaclav aligns strategy and technology to drive growth for startups and fast-growing companies as a virtual CTO and strategic advisor at 555vCTO. He is also the founder of Hiswai, an AI search platform with a customizable reporting service.Vaclav began his career at Nokia in Europe, later moving to Vancouver to found Pacific Coast Information Systems (PCIS) Ltd., where he advised and worked with companies ranging from small startups to Fortune 50 companies.He frequently speaks at industry conferences and publishes a weekly newsletter, Recurrent Patterns, which examines trends in business, technology, and culture. He has been featured in major media outlets such as Forbes, CTV, CBC, and many others.Vaclav has advocated for treating AI as a tool rather than a replacement for the human mind. 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