With more than 1.2 billion people age 60 and older worldwide, the social and economic toll of aging is staggering and rapidly escalating. But what exactly is aging? And can we decode its fundamental molecular and cellular mechanisms to develop therapies that not only slow aging but potentially reverse it? Fordham University trustee Ronald A. DePinho, M.D., FCRH ’77 is a past president and distinguished professor at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.He studied biology at Fordham University, received his M.D. degree with distinction from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and performed his residency and postdoctoral training at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center. His research career began at Einstein as the Feinberg Senior Faculty Scholar in Cancer Research and an ACS research professor. DePinho then joined the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School, where he was the founding director of the Belfer Institute for Applied Cancer Science. He is a member of the National Academy of Medicine and the National Academy of Science and a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the American Association of the Advancement of Science, and the American Association of Cancer Research.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

Chitranshu Sharma steps onto the TEDx stage to share an inspiring narrative about the power of dreaming big with one’s eyes wide open. Hailing from a small Indian town in Rajasthan, Chitranshu shattered conventional expectations by forging a life that harmoniously balanced accomplishment with a profound, soul-driven passion. From his childhood ambition of becoming a scientist to achieving the distinction of a Chartered Accountant, and ultimately leaving behind a lucrative career to embark on a full-time travel journey, Chitranshu's story is a testament to resilience, unwavering self-belief, and an unrelenting pursuit of one's dreams. In his talk, Chitranshu reveals how a blend of determination and purpose guided him through numerous milestones. From acing the CA exams on his first attempt, to attending the globally renowned Tomorrowland festival, from pursuing an MBA in Australia to founding his own travel company, his achievements transcend mere titles and accolades. For Chitranshu, success isn't confined to degrees or prestigious roles, it is the liberty to explore, inspire, and live authentically, in alignment with one's true passions. Get ready to be moved by his clarity of vision and remarkable courage. In this talk, Chitranshu delves into the evolving nature of dreams, the necessity of embracing risk, and why, sometimes, taking the leap is not only brave but the most responsible choice we can make. Travel with Chitranshu through a world of diverse countries, life chapters, and the vast landscapes of ambition, self-discovery, and personal evolution.This talk was delivered at a TEDx event, independently organized under the TED conference format. Learn more at ted.com/tedx. Chitranshu Sharma is the founder of his startup, Core Memories Club, and a Chartered Accountant with an MBA from Macquarie University, Sydney. A passionate full-time traveler, he’s on a mission to explore the world while creating soulful, inspiring content that encourages others to follow their dreams and live with intention. 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 TEDx Talk, Anna explores love languages, shining a light on a subject most people are familiar with, but bringing along research and logic to help others understand how to be more "effective" in love for both themselves and their loved ones. Anna is a senior student within our school, and has decided to share her interests and experiences with her fellow students and school community. 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 TEDx Talk Nicolas explores the idea of what makes video games so attractive, and what brings so many people to spend hours on end playing these games. Bringing both personal experience and research into psychology, this Talk is sure to present an amazing perspective on such a constant topic of debate. Nicolas is one of our senior students who decided to share his interests in videogames as well as human behavior during this TEDx event. 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 TEDx Talk, Bernardo shares his vision regarding the student's favorite subject, history. Alongside explaining the path that lead to his personal interest, he enters detail regarding how it changed his life and the way he saw the world. With one goal in mind, to remind all that without learning from our past, history is doomed to repeat itself, even on a personal scale such as someone's life. Bernardo is a senior student within our school, and has decided to share her interests and experiences with her fellow students and school community. 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