Reimagining the Kitchen as a Science Lab | Nithya Desikan | TEDxGunnHighSchool
Cooking is a powerful everyday act- and it is one that closely mirrors what is studied in academia and school. This is a powerful example of the connections between the variation of skills, and Junior Nithya Desikan argues it is a way forward to a society where everyone's contributions are valued. Nithya Desikan is a junior at Gunn High School. On most weekends, you can find Nithya in the kitchen, experimenting with a new recipe like her mother and grandmother. She is an avid cook and baker. When not in the kitchen, Nithya loves participating in theater, learning about science, and spending time with her friends. 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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