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An Imminent Threat from Artificial Intelligence
Aidan Gomez is a doctoral student at the University of Oxford focusing on machine learning. His talk will attempt to highlight some of the more substantial threats that artificial intelligence poses to individuals, in governance, and at war. Aidan Gomez is a doctoral student at the University of Oxford focussing on machine learning. 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 Guest AuthorAll Guest Author Posts are submitted or additional content Wave Chronicle has added to the website. To be a Guest Author please visit our "Post Your Article" page.More Posts - Website
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Tech Equity And Serving the Community
Afua Bruce, a public interest technologist, introduces her experience in an up-and-coming industry that, “allows us to not just imagine a more equitable world, but to actively build justice into the systems that drive our world.” Afua Bruce has spent her career developing and applying technology for the public interest. She is currently the Chief Program Officer for DataKind, a nonprofit that harnesses the power of data science in the service of humanity. Afua was previously the Director of Engineering for New America’s Public Interest Technology program. There, Afua oversaw the Public Interest Technology University Network, as well as technologists working with state and local government, and NGOs, to develop…
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The Unusual Earth Orbit Circling Above Our Ancient Past
When does our future meet our past? How does our scientific knowledge grow and change? A newly recognized type of Earth orbit can travel directly above a great circle formed by some of the oldest and most distinctive ancient human constructions on the surface of the Earth: the Giza pyramids, Machu Picchu, Easter Island, Angkor Wat, Mohenjo-Daro, and many others. But is there any connection to all this? What do we need to learn – scientifically – to gain a greater understanding of the links between these sites, and the great changes that happened on our planet 12,800 years ago. Follow the adventures of a science writer and sceptic as…
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Can Community Colleges Become Prestigious?
Community colleges are often situated as secondary, less prestigious options for higher education. Can community colleges become prestigious? Huynh shares how we can rethink this question and what community colleges have to offer. Dr. Cindy Huynh is a second-generation Vietnamese American woman and a first-generation college graduate from San Jose, California. She received her B.A. in Asian American Studies at UC Davis, M.A. in Asian American Studies from SF State, and Ph.D. in Education from the University of Utah. Dr. Huynh is deeply passionate about teaching and empowering young people to work alongside their communities for social change. She currently (and proudly!) serves as tenure-track faculty in Ethnic Studies at…
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Avoiding Prejudices In The Future World Of Transhumanism – Robert Anderson
From cyborgs to the Sugababes, IT expert Robert Anderson talks about a world where the line between humans and machines becomes blurred. Drawing on his personal experiences of facing prejudices and bigotry while growing up, he shares his insight on how we can avoid repeating the mistakes of the past in order to create a society where humans and transhumans can live together in an open and equal manner. He urges us to take action now because as he says, “Transhumanism is coming and it’s coming sooner than you think. We cannot afford to have the fear of the other rule this world.” Robert Anderson has been interested in how…
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The Dilemma Of Public School Funding – Lizeth Ramirez
Editors Note: This may seem like an odd speech but the issue of Public School funding is an issue across the nation and it ripples across all walks of life. All throughout her time in high school, Lizeth was made aware of the connection between attendance and funding for schools, since it is a concern of most public school campuses in Texas. That led Lizeth to inquire about the details of the “ADA” system of attendance utilized by the State of Texas – she comes to the TEDx stage to share what she’s discovered and to challenge the current format. All throughout her time in high school, Lizeth was made…
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Recognizing Quality Higher Education in Africa
Editors Note: Give this video time and listen to the words of wisdom from this young African woman. Believe me, these words belong to everyone. Catherine Delight, an alumna of the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa, describes the trend of talented, young Africans flooding into Western universities and her own experience of continuing higher education within the African continent. Catherine Delight is an alumna of the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa. Infamous for her songwriting, musical talents, and commitment to the community, Catherine was a leader and role-model for many. Catherine is very excited to be attending Ashesi University in Ghana in the Fall of 2020. This talk was given at a…
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The Future Yet To Be Imagined
How do we prepare young people for jobs that do not yet exist? Global changes in technology, population and urbanisation are impacting the educational landscape. The role of skill-based education is now critical for many economies. Getting it right is essential for the economic and social aspirations of individuals, communities, employers, economies. Technological discovery is a key enabler that can provide successful careers through increased access to education for millions – solutions and application of learning that leads to innovation and growth. Cindy is SVP at Pearson Education. She is responsible for the development of Pearson’s UK technical and vocational qualifications. Cindy sits on the Commission for learning for life,…
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Speak up: Why Your Story Can Make A Difference | Sejal Sridhar
Will we ever be able to eclipse stereotypes and their intrinsic prejudices with something as basic as our stories? In this personal talk, Sejal Moosapeta, a junior at ABA, An IB World School, argues how the hostility, the ignorance and the mayhem of the 21st century can all come to an end once we decide to speak up. Sejal is a junior at ABA and comes from India. Her talk, “The Power of Stories”, was inspired by the similarity between people despite social and economic disparities. 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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Is Your Memory Just an Illusion? – Julia Shaw
How can you be sure that any particular memory is true? Julia Shaw takes you on an adventure into the weird world of memory hacking. She shows that through a combination of perceptual flaws, brain biases, and social influences, your memories can be easily influenced. Armed with science, she explores how even some of your most cherished and emotional memories might be nothing but fiction. By the end she’ll have you wondering whether you actually are who you think you are, or whether your autobiography is just a compelling illusion. Guest AuthorAll Guest Author Posts are submitted or additional content Wave Chronicle has added to the website. To be a…
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