Giuseppe Teofilo esplora il concetto di arte e la sua utilità attraverso la storia, utilizzando esempi iconici come le opere di Duchamp e Malevic e sottolineando come essa si sia evoluta da rappresentazione a concetto, culminando in opere che sfidano la percezione tradizionale. Se arrivassero forme di vita extraterrestri sulla terra come potrebbero interpretare l'arte umana? Davvero la reputerebbero inutile? Giuseppe Teofilo è tra le più rilevanti promesse dell'arte contemporanea in Puglia. Le sue opere sono spesso il frutto dell'assemblaggio di oggetti diversi derivanti dalla tradizione mediterranea e della cultura classica. Raffinato disegnatore di formazione, i suoi lavori sono corpi di geometrie attraverso accumuli di forme organiche ed elementi naturali. La sua è una ricerca neo-oggettuale, segnata anche dalla trasposizione plastica, che evolve verso corpi scultorei lineari e geometrici; una poetica di affascinante evocazione di quel carattere mediterraneo da sempre al centro della sua produzione. Le sue opere sono presenti in importanti collezioni in Italia e all'estero. Fra i vincitori (2007) del Premio Giovanni e Marella Agnelli (presieduto da Francois Pinault). Ha tenuto la sua prima mostra personale nel 2009 presso il Museo Pino Pascali. Dal 2022 è Direttore Artistico della Fondazione Pino Pascali - Museo d'Arte Contemporanea di cui è stato anche Presidente dal 2016. 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

Esta charla explora el papel fundamental del deporte en la formación académica y personal. A través de ejemplos y reflexiones, se analizará cómo la práctica deportiva fomenta valores como la disciplina, el trabajo en equipo y la resiliencia, contribuyendo al desarrollo integral de los jóvenes. Además. Reconocida deportista de nuestro país 8 veces campeona mundial de patinaje e Ingenieria Industrial graduada de la Universidad de Santander (UDES) y Especialista Gerencia Financiera. 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

Have you ever wondered what goes on inside a newborn’s brain? Far from being a blank slate, a baby’s brain is teeming with activity, alive with electrical bursts that set the stage for learning, perception, and thought. In this captivating talk, Professor Julijana Gjorgjieva at TUM takes us on an enlightening journey through the fascinating process of early brain development. She highlights the synchronized neural "fireworks" and the delicate balance of excitation and inhibition that plays a crucial role in shaping our neural connections. Professor Julijana Gjorgjieva is a Professor of Computational Neuroscience at the Technical University of Munich. She is particularly interested in how the brain's circuits are tuned to maintain a balance between constant change as we learn new things and robustness to produce reliable behaviour. 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

Shedding light on Africa’s paradox - rich in natural resources yet plagued by energy poverty, Dr. Kachikwu recounts a conversation that questions why energy access remains a privilege rather than a right.He explores Africa’s vast energy potential, the failures in resource monetization, and the urgent need for strategic policies. The talk challenges African leaders, policymakers, and the populace to rethink energy, infrastructure, and self-reliance, urging them to harness local resources, think globally, and prioritize value creation for the African people, as the only way for the continent to effectively progress. Prof. Emmanuel Ibe Kachikwu is a former Minister of State Petroleum Resources of The Federal Republic of Nigeria and Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) 2015 - 2019. He also served as Group Managing Director, NNPC from 2015-2016 and became the only Nigerian to have held at the same time, portfolios of Group Managing Director, NNPC, Minister of State Petroleum, President of OPEC, president Of GECF, and President of APPO. He was the Executive Vice Chairman of Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited and General Counsel for ExxonMobil Nigeria affiliate Upstream and Downstream Companies in Nigeria before his time in government.Prof. Emmanuel Ibe Kachikwu is a visiting Professor in several universities globally including Harvard and three Nigerian universities. He is the author of over 12 law books on energy, contract, investment & petroleum. He is an international consultant on petroleum and energy policy matters to various countries & companies. 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 thought-provoking journey, Kate explores the importance of gender equity, social inclusion, and legal frameworks that protect the rights of vulnerable groups in Nigeria. Drawing from personal experiences and legal precedents, she sheds light on systemic discrimination, harmful cultural practices, and the urgent need for policy reforms. This talk challenges societal norms and calls for collective action to dismantle biases, ensuring equal access to opportunities for all. Kate Okoh-Kpina is an exceptional legal expert specializing in gender and inclusion. She has a rich background in law shaped by her family’s legacy. She holds an LL.M in International Law from the University College London as a distinguished John Carr scholar. With over 10 years of experience in legal practice and international development, she has been instrumental in designing and implementing reforms in criminal justice and gender.Presently, she leads the gender, diversity, equity, and inclusion secretariat of the GIZ Nigeria & ECOWAS country office. She is an avid reader and prolific writer. Her articles on gender; criminal justice reforms; power and infrastructure; and securities and investments can be found on academia.edu. 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

It’s okay not to belong anywhere. Embracing the in-between: The journey of self-discovery as a mixed race individual. Megan Jacques, Born and raised in Hong Kong, blends French charm and Chinese heritage. Fluent in Cantonese, Megan embraces her multicultural roots while uncovering the city’s best-kept secrets and sharing her stories along the way. Megan Jacques is a vibrant blend of French charm and Chinese heritage, born and raised in the bustling streets of Hong Kong. A true adventurer, she thrives on unearthing hidden gems, indulging in mouthwatering cuisine, and sparking deep conversations about identity and culture. When she’s not shocking locals with her flawless Cantonese, she’s exploring the city’s best-kept secrets or savoring her latest foodie find. Equal parts culture enthusiast and storyteller Megan is a living testament to the beauty of embracing multiple worlds with open arms. 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