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"How does asthma work - Christopher E. Gaw View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-does-asthma-work-christopher-e-gaw More than [---] million people around the world suffer from asthma and around [------] people die from it each year. But why do people get asthma and how can this disease be deadly Christopher E. Gaw describes the main symptoms and treatments of asthma. Lesson by Christopher E. Gaw animation by Zedem Media. TED TED-Ed TED Education TED Ed Chris Gaw Zedem Media asthma breathing asthma attak respiratory system bronchioles smoke pollen lungs mucosa mucosal lining constriction"
YouTube Link 2017-05-11T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 8.6M engagements

"How does laser eye surgery work - Dan Reinstein Explore the eye-opening science of LASIK: corrective laser eye surgery that focuses on reshaping the cornea to fix blurry vision. -- In [----] Spanish ophthalmologist Jose Ignacio Barraquer Moner was fed up with glasses. He wanted a solution for blurry vision that fixed the eye itself without relying on external aids. The surgery he eventually devised was called keratomileusis and his technique focused on reshaping the cornea what we now know as LASIK. So how does laser eye surgery actually work Dan Reinstein explains. Lesson by Dan Reinstein"
YouTube Link 2019-11-19T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 6.9M engagements

"How did they build the Great Pyramid of Giza - Soraya Field Fiorio Explore how the ancient Egyptians built the Great Pyramid a tomb created for Pharaoh Khufu which took over [--] years to complete. -- As soon as Pharaoh Khufu ascended the throne circa [----] BCE work on his eternal resting place began. The structures architect Hemiunu determined he would need [--] years to finish the royal tomb. But what he could not predict was that this monument would remain the worlds tallest manmade structure for over [----] years. Soraya Field Fiorio digs into the construction of the Great Pyramid. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2022-10-13T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.8M engagements

"The genes you don't get from your parents (but can't live without) - Devin Shuman Dig into the essential role that mitochondrial DNA played in the evolution of living things on Earth and find out why its still evolving. -- Inside our cells each of us has a second set of genes completely separate from our [--] pairs of chromosomes. And this isnt just true for humans its true of every animal plant and fungus on Earth. This second genome belongs to our mitochondria an organelle inside our cells. So why are they so different from anything else in our bodies Devin Shuman explores the purpose of"
YouTube Link 2021-10-05T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.3M engagements

"Eli the eel: A mysterious migration - James Prosek View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/eli-the-eel-a-mysterious-migration-james-prosek They're slippery. They're slithery. And while they totally look like underwater snakes eels are in fact unique fish that can breathe through their skin and even survive out of water. James Prosek tracks the life journey of Eli the Anguilla eel as she (yes she) travels her mysterious "backward" migration from the sea to fresh water and back again. Lesson by James Prosek animation by Cinematic. James Prosek Cinematic Veronica Wallenberg TED TED-Ed TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2014-02-10T16:09Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"The Prison Break Think Like A Coder Ep [--] The adventure begins Episode 1: Ethic awakens in a mysterious cell. Can she and robot Hedge solve the programming puzzles blocking their escape -- This is episode [--] of our animated series Think Like A Coder. This 10-episode narrative follows a girl Ethic and her robot companion Hedge as they attempt to save the world. The two embark on a quest to collect three artifacts and must solve their way through a series of programming puzzles. Lesson by Alex Rosenthal directed by Kozmonot Animation Studio. Supported by Endless: https://endlessnetwork.com A"
YouTube Link 2019-09-30T14:59Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"An unsung hero of the civil rights movement - Christina Greer Learn about the life of Bayard Rustin a leader in the Civil Rights Movement a gay rights activist and one of Martin Luther Kings closest advisors. -- In [----] Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his I Have a Dream speech at the March on Washington to nearly a quarter million people. None of it would have been possible without the marchs chief organizer a man named Bayard Rustin. Christina Greer details his life of advocacy as a leader in the Civil Rights Movement and the challenges he faced as an openly gay Black man. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2019-02-21T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 512.5K engagements

"Is there any truth to the King Arthur legends - Alan Lupack Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/is-there-any-truth-to-the-king-arthur-legends-alan-lupack King Arthur has risen again and again in our collective imagination along with his retinue of knights Guinevere the Round Table Camelot and of course Excalibur. But where do these stories come from and is there any truth to them Alan Lupack traces the evolution of King Arthur. Lesson by Alan Lupack directed by Patrick Smith. Thank you so much to our patrons for your support"
YouTube Link 2018-09-11T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 3.3M engagements

"Debunking the myth of the Lost Cause: A lie embedded in American history - Karen L. Cox Examine the myth of the Lost Cause: a campaign created by pro-Confederates after the Civil War to promote the lie that they seceded for state's rights. -- In the 1860s [--] southern states withdrew from the United States and formed the Confederacy. They seceded in response to the growing movement for the nationwide abolition of slavery. Yet barely a year after the Civil War ended southern sources began claiming the conflict was about states rights. How did this revisionist history come about Karen L. Cox"
YouTube Link 2021-02-25T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 2.9M engagements

"Why is rice so popular - Carolyn Beans Dig into how rice became a staple in the worlds diet and the surprising consequences of its traditional production practices. -- Rice contributes over 20% of the calories consumed by humans each year. Korean bibimbap Nigerian jollof Indian biryani Spanish paella and countless other culinary masterpieces all begin with rice. So how did this humble grain end up in so many cuisines Carolyn Beans investigates the global expansion of this beloved crop and the unintended consequences of its popularity. Lesson by Carolyn Beans directed by Na Na Na Studio. This"
YouTube Link 2024-01-11T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"The science of skin color - Angela Koine Flynn View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-science-of-skin-color-angela-koine-flynn When ultraviolet sunlight hits our skin it affects each of us differently. Depending on skin color itll take only minutes of exposure to turn one person beetroot-pink while another requires hours to experience the slightest change. Whats to account for that difference and how did our skin come to take on so many different hues to begin with Angela Koine Flynn describes the science of skin color. Lesson by Angela Koine Flynn animation by Toms"
YouTube Link 2016-02-16T16:32Z 22.4M followers, 3.6M engagements

"Was Alexander the Great really that great - Stephanie Honchell Smith Alexander the Great transformed the world during his reign but was he an embattled leader or a ruthless conqueror -- Alexander the Great fundamentally transformed the world during his 13-year reign. He conquered Persia when it was one of the worlds largest empires and he was considered a living demi-god by Egyptians and Greeks. But was he a brilliant embattled leader or a ruthless power-hungry conqueror Stephanie Honchell Smith puts this controversial figure on trial in History vs. Alexander the Great. Lesson by Stephanie"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 286.6K engagements

"How does caffeine keep us awake - Hanan Qasim View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-does-caffeine-keep-us-awake-hanan-qasim Over [------] metric tons of caffeine are consumed around the world every year. Thats equivalent to the weight of [--] Eiffel Towers Caffeine helps us feel alert focused and energetic even if we havent had enough sleep but it can also raise our blood pressure and make us feel anxious. So how does it keep us awake Hanan Qasim shares the science behind the worlds most widely used drug. Lesson by Hanan Qasim directed by Adriatic Animation. TED TED-Ed TED Education TED"
YouTube Link 2017-07-17T15:13Z 22.4M followers, 5.9M engagements

"How smart are orangutans - Lu Gao View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-smart-are-orangutans-lu-gao Along with humans orangutans belong to the Hominidae family tree which stretches back [--] million years. But its not just their striking red hair that makes orangutans unique among our great ape cousins. Lu Gao shares some amazing facts about these incredibly intelligent great apes from Asia. Lesson by Lu Gao animation by Anton Bogaty. Lu Gao Orangutan baby orangutan awesome nature conservation primates monkey behaviour chimps Indonesia poachers how smart are orangutans why are"
YouTube Link 2016-08-30T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 4M engagements

"Networking for the networking averse - Lisa Green Chau View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/networking-for-the-networking-averse-lisa-green-chau Networking can seem so hard -- but not if you have the right advice. Try taking advantage of weak ties; you never know what friend of a friend of a friend can aid you in your dreams. Lisa Green Chau outlines how being proactive and always saying yes can lead to future opportunities. Lesson by Lisa Green Chau animation by Cinematic Sweden. job search network networking how to find job an internship internship weak tie strong social networking"
YouTube Link 2013-04-03T15:15Z 22.4M followers, 227.1K engagements

"3 tips to boost your confidence - TED-Ed View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/3-tips-to-boost-your-confidence-ted-ed Made in partnership with the Always #LikeAGirl campaign. When faced with a big challenge where potential failure seems to lurk at every corner youve probably heard the advice Be more confident But where does confidence come from and how can you get more of it Here are three easy tips to boost your confidence. Lesson by TED-Ed animation by Kozmonot Animation Studio. Confidence ALWAYS Self-confidence Self-esteem Courage Biology Genetics DNA Music Growth mindset Motivation"
YouTube Link 2015-10-06T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 11.3M engagements

"Whats the best way to treat the common cold Explore the [--] common categories of cold medicines and how to choose the right one based on your symptoms. -- From incantations in ancient Egypt bloodletting in 18th century Europe to President Coolidge inhaling poisonous chlorine gas in [----] the common cold has inspired a variety of creative treatments. Today pharmacies are filled with an endless assortment of cold remedies. But how do these products work And are they effective Explore the most common categories of cold medicines and their purposes. Directed by Lippy. Support Our Non-Profit Mission"
YouTube Link 2024-09-17T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"The tale of the brothers who outwitted the demon queen - Malay Bera Dig into the Bengali tale of brothers Neelkamal and Lalkamal two princes seeking to end the reign of demons in their kingdom. -- Achinpur was on the precipice of demonic takeover. A mysterious woman beguiled the king and infiltrated the royal family. But she wasnt human; under her beautiful faade lurked an insatiable appetite for flesh. One night the demon queen devoured the king's sons but the princes managed to evade death. Malay Bera shares the tale of their quest to free the kingdom from the scourge of demons. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2025-03-04T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 533.9K engagements

"Making sense of irrational numbers - Ganesh Pai View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/making-sense-of-irrational-numbers-ganesh-pai Like many heroes of Greek myths the philosopher Hippasus was rumored to have been mortally punished by the gods. But what was his crime Did he murder guests or disrupt a sacred ritual No Hippasus's transgression was mathematically proving the hitherto unprovable. Ganesh Pai describes the history and math behind irrational numbers. Lesson by Ganesh Pai animation by Anton Trofimov. Ganesh Pai Anton Trofimov Pen-Pen Chen Irrational Numbers Root [--] Square root"
YouTube Link 2016-05-23T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 2M engagements

"Why should you read Sylvia Plath - Iseult Gillespie Explore the haunting and intimate works of poet Sylvia Plath who digs into issues of mental health trauma and sexuality in works like The Bell Jar. -- Under her shrewd eye and pen Sylvia Plath turned everyday objects into haunting images: a new statue in a drafty museum a shadow in a mirror a slab of soap. Her breathtaking perspectives and unflinching language made her a touchstone for readers seeking to break the silence around issues of trauma frustration and sexuality. Iseult Gillespie shares why Plath's writing continues to captivate."
YouTube Link 2019-03-07T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.4M engagements

"The great conspiracy against Julius Caesar - Kathryn Tempest Dig into the personal and political assassination of Roman dictator Julius Caesar and find out why his senators plotted against him. -- On March 15th [--] BCE Roman dictator Julius Caesar was assassinated by a group of about [--] of his own senators. Why did these self-titled Liberators want him dead And why did Brutus whose own life had been saved by Caesar join in the plot Kathryn Tempest investigates the personal and political assassination of Julius Caesar. Lesson by Kathryn Tempest animation by Brett Underhill. Support Our"
YouTube Link 2014-12-18T16:07Z 22.4M followers, 10M engagements

"Platos Allegory of the Cave - Alex Gendler View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/plato-s-allegory-of-the-cave-alex-gendler Twenty four hundred years ago Plato one of historys most famous thinkers said life is like being chained up in a cave forced to watch shadows flitting across a stone wall. Beyond sounding quite morbid what exactly did he mean Alex Gendler unravels Plato's Allegory of the Cave found in Book VII of "The Republic." Lesson by Alex Gendler animation by Stretch Films Inc. TED TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation Alex Gendler Stretch Films Plato Philosophy Allegory of the Cave"
YouTube Link 2015-03-17T15:06Z 22.4M followers, 8M engagements

"How much of what you see is a hallucination - Elizabeth Cox Download a free audiobook version of "Hallucinations" and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://adbl.co/2Kpt43k Check out our full book recommendation: https://shop.ed.ted.com/products/hallucinations View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-causes-hallucinations-elizabeth-cox A condition called Charles Bonnet Syndrome can cause blind patients to hallucinate scenes in vivid color. fMRI studies show that these hallucinations activate the same brain areas as sight areas that are not activated by imagination. Other"
YouTube Link 2018-06-26T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 4.9M engagements

"Whatever happened to the hole in the ozone layer - Stephanie Honchell Smith Discover what caused the hole in the ozone layer and how the Montreal Protocol helped restore it by banning harmful chemicals. -- In the 1980s the world faced a huge problem: there was a rapidly expanding hole in the ozone layer. If it continued to grow rates of skin cancer could skyrocket photosynthesis would be impaired agricultural production would plummet and entire ecosystems would collapse. So what happened Stephanie Honchell Smith shares how decisive global cooperation helped restore the ozone layer. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2023-04-18T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 661.4K engagements

"Einstein's miracle year - Larry Lagerstrom View full lesson here: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/einstein-s-miracle-year-larry-lagerstrom As the year [----] began Albert Einstein faced life as a failed academic. Yet within the next twelve months he would publish four extraordinary papers each on a different topic that were destined to radically transform our understanding of the universe. Larry Lagerstrom details these four groundbreaking papers. Lesson by Larry Lagerstrom animation by Oxbow Creative. TED-Ed TEDx TED TEDEd Albert Einstein Einstein Science Mathematics Physics Theory of Relativity"
YouTube Link 2015-01-06T16:07Z 22.4M followers, 2.8M engagements

"A brief history of plastic Join #TeamSeas Together we're going to raise $30M to remove 30M pounds of plastic and trash from our ocean rivers and beaches. Learn more and get involved here: https://bit.ly/3mrdV3J Trace the history of the invention of plastic and how the material ushered in what became known as the plastics century. -- For centuries billiard balls were made of ivory from elephant tusks. But when excessive hunting caused elephant populations to decline they began to look for alternatives. John Wesley Hyatt took up the challenge. In five years he invented a new material called"
YouTube Link 2020-09-10T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"How batteries work - Adam Jacobson View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-batteries-die-adam-jacobson Batteries are a triumph of sciencethey allow smartphones and other technologies to exist without anchoring us to an infernal tangle of power cables. Yet even the best batteries will diminish daily slowly losing capacity until they finally die. Why does this happen and how do our batteries even store so much charge in the first place Adam Jacobson gives the basics on batteries. Lesson by Adam Jacobson animation by FOX Animation Domination High-Def. TED TED-Ed TED Education TEDx"
YouTube Link 2015-05-21T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 2.8M engagements

"How blood pressure works - Wilfred Manzano Travel into the circulatory system to see how blood pressure helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to your bodys tissues. -- If you lined up all the blood vessels in your body theyd be [--] thousand miles long. And every day they carry the equivalent of over two thousand gallons of blood to the bodys tissues. What effect does this pressure have on the walls of the blood vessels Wilfred Manzano gives the facts on blood pressure. Lesson by Wilfred Manzano animation by Fox Animation Domination High-Def. Support Our Non-Profit Mission"
YouTube Link 2015-07-23T15:05Z 22.4M followers, 18M engagements

"Frida Kahlo: The woman behind the legend - Iseult Gillespie Learn about the life and art of Mexican surrealist painter Frida Kahlo who explored disability relationships and Mexican culture in her work. -- In [----] Frida Kahlo was on her way home from school in Mexico City when the bus she was riding collided with a streetcar. She suffered near-fatal injuries and her disability became a major theme in her paintings. Over the course of her life she would establish herself as the creator and muse behind extraordinary pieces of art. Iseult Gillespie dives into the life and work of Frida Kahlo."
YouTube Link 2019-03-28T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 2M engagements

"Can you still feel a limb that's gone - Joshua W. Pate Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-fascinating-science-of-phantom-limbs-joshua-w-pate The vast majority of people whove lost a limb can still feel it not as a memory or vague shape but in complete lifelike detail. They can flex their phantom fingers and sometimes even feel the chafe of a watch band or the throb of an ingrown toenail. What causes these phantom limb sensations Joshua W. Pate explains how the brain reacts to a missing limb. Lesson by Joshua W. Pate"
YouTube Link 2018-10-04T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 902.7K engagements

"What causes seizures and how can we treat them - Christopher E. Gaw Discover what we know and dont know about the causes and treatment of seizures and what to do if you encounter someone experiencing a seizure. -- Nearly [----] years ago a Babylonian tablet described a curious illness called miqtu that caused symptoms ranging from facial twitching to full body convulsions. Today we know miqtu as seizures and modern medicine has developed numerous treatments for those experiencing them. So what causes seizures and is there any way to stop them from happening Christopher E. Gaw investigates."
YouTube Link 2021-08-03T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 649.4K engagements

"The Nazis recruited to win the Cold War - Brian Crim Dig into Operation Paperclip a secret intelligence program which brought scientists from Nazi Germany to the US after WWII. -- In May of [----] the Third Reich was in chaos. Adolf Hitler was dead and German surrender was imminent. But while World War II was almost over a new war was brewing. And the US was eager to recruit the smartest minds in Germany before the Soviets got the chance regardless of their affiliation with the Nazis. This became known as Operation Paperclip. Brian Crim digs into the clandestine campaign. Lesson by Brian Crim"
YouTube Link 2024-04-16T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 670K engagements

"In on a secret That's dramatic irony - Christopher Warner View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/in-on-a-secret-that-s-dramatic-irony-christopher-warner You're in a movie theater watching the new horror flick. The audience knows something that the main character does not. The audience sees the character's actions are not in his best interest. What's that feeling -- the one that makes you want to shout at the screen Christopher Warner identifies this storytelling device as dramatic irony. Lesson by Christopher Warner animation by Ben Pearce. Christopher Warner irony dramatic irony jaws"
YouTube Link 2013-01-29T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"How does chemotherapy work - Hyunsoo Joshua No Discover how chemotherapy drugs use cytotoxic agents to attack cancer cells and the impact they have on your body. -- During World War I scientists were trying to develop an antidote to the poisonous yellow cloud known as mustard gas. They discovered the gas was irrevocably damaging the bone marrow of affected soldiers. This gave the scientists an idea: cancer cells and bone marrow both replicate rapidly. Could mustard gas be used to fight cancer Hyunsoo No details the discovery and development of chemotherapy. Lesson by Hyunsoo Joshua No"
YouTube Link 2019-12-05T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 6.1M engagements

"How does fracking work - Mia Nacamulli View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-does-fracking-work-mia-nacamulli Deep underground lie stores of once-inaccessible natural gas. Theres a technology called hydraulic fracturing or fracking that can extract this natural gas potentially powering us for decades to come. So how does fracking work and why is it a source of such heated controversy Mia Nacamulli explains the ins and outs of fracking. Lesson by Mia Nacamulli directed by Sharon Colman. TED TED-Ed TED Education TED Ed Mia Nacamulli Sharon Colman fracking hydraulic fracturing natural"
YouTube Link 2017-07-13T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 3.1M engagements

"The art forger who tricked the Nazis - Noah Charney Discover how the notorious art forger Han van Meegeren tricked the world and the Nazis with his counterfeit Vermeer paintings. -- It was one of the strangest trials in Dutch history. The defendant in a [----] case was an art forger who had counterfeited millions of dollars worth of paintings. But he wasnt arguing his innocence in fact his life depended on proving that he had committed fraud. Who was this artist and why was he on trial for his life Noah Charney investigates the notorious Han van Meegeren. Lesson by Noah Charney directed by Hype"
YouTube Link 2020-04-06T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"Why is there a "b" in doubt - Gina Cooke View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/beyond-the-shadow-of-a-doubt-gina-cooke Say the word "doubt" aloud. What is that "b" doing there Does it have any purpose Gina Cooke explains the long and winding history of "doubt" and why the spelling though it seems random is a wink to its storied past. Lesson by Gina Cooke animation by The Leading Sheep Studios. TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed spelling Gina Cooke The Leading Sheep Studios doubt Latin Latin spelling silent letters how to spell spell doubt TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed spelling Gina Cooke The"
YouTube Link 2012-12-17T16:04Z 22.4M followers, 719.1K engagements

"What if you experienced every human life in history Examine the ethical stance known as longtermism which is the idea that we should be doing more to protect future generations. -- Imagine that your life began as one of the planets first humans. After dying you're reincarnated as the second human ever to live. You then return as the third person the fourth the fifth and so on living the lives of every human thats ever walked the Earth. How will your actions in one life impact your future selves Explore the ethics of the philosophy known as longtermism. Directed by Jay Septimo Khoo Siew May"
YouTube Link 2023-02-28T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 3.9M engagements

"The history of the Cuban Missile Crisis - Matthew A. Jordan View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-history-of-the-cuban-missile-crisis-matthew-a-jordan Imagine going about your life knowing that at any given moment you and everyone you know could be wiped out without warning at the push of a button. This was the reality for millions of people during the forty-five year period after World War II now known as the Cold War. Matthew A. Jordan explains the history behind the peak of all this panic the thirteen days of the Cuban Missile Crisis. Lesson by Mathew A. Jordan animation by"
YouTube Link 2016-09-26T15:40Z 22.4M followers, 6.1M engagements

"Why should you read "Don Quixote" - Ilan Stavans Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded Mounting his skinny steed Don Quixote charges an army of giants. It is his duty to vanquish these behemoths in the name of his beloved lady Dulcinea. Theres only one problem: the giants are merely windmills. What is it about this tale of the clumsy yet valiant knight that makes it so beloved Ilan Stavans investigates. Lesson by Ilan Stavans directed by Avi Ofer. Thank you so much to our patrons for your support Without you this video would not be possible Boytsov Ilya maxi kobi einy"
YouTube Link 2018-10-08T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 3.3M engagements

"What sex ed doesnt tell you about your brain - Shannon Odell Explore what we know and still dont know about puberty and its effects on the body and brain. -- While we often talk about pubertys effect on the body what gets overlooked are the fascinating changes that happen in the brain. Puberty in fact begins in the brain and lasts as long as five years. And during this extended process the brain undergoes its own transformation thanks to estrogen and testosterone. Shannon Odell details what we know and still dont know about puberty. Lesson by Shannon Odell directed by Biljana Labovi. This"
YouTube Link 2022-12-20T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 3.2M engagements

"What are gravitational waves - Amber L. Stuver Check out all of TED-Ed's book recommendations: http://ed.ted.com/books Check out Neil deGrasse Tyson's "Astrophysics for People in a Hurry": https://shop.ed.ted.com/collections/ted-ed-book-recommendations/products/astrophysics-for-people-in-a-hurry View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-are-gravitational-waves-amber-l-stuver In September [----] scientists witnessed something never seen before: two black holes colliding. Both about [--] times as big as our Sun they had been orbiting each other for millions of years. A fraction of a second"
YouTube Link 2017-09-14T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1M engagements

"Why do cats have vertical pupils - Emma Bryce Dive into the incredible diversity of animal pupils and how the different shapes indicate the animals role in an ecosystem. -- Peering into the eyes of different animals youll see some extraordinarily shaped pupils. House cats for one are twilight hunters with vertically elongated pupils. Many grazing animals like goats have rectangular pupils. Other animals have crescent- or heart-shaped pupils. So whats going on Why are there so many different pupil shapes Emma Bryce digs into the science of animal vision. Lesson by Emma Bryce directed by Blint"
YouTube Link 2022-01-13T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 3.9M engagements

"Why are there two tides a day - Elise Cutts Dig into how the Sun and Moon are responsible for the tides on Earth and what this force looks like on other celestial bodies. -- In the 17th century Isaac Newton offered the first gravitational explanation of tides. As he correctly identified tides are choreographed by the motions of celestial objects and Earths tides in particular are mostly driven by the Moon. But the precise nature of this relationship is actually quite nuanced. Elise Cutts explains how the Sun and Moon are responsible for the tides. Lesson by Elise Cutts directed by Rmi Cans"
YouTube Link 2025-04-08T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 570.7K engagements

"The big-beaked rock-munching fish that protect coral reefs - Mike Gil Discover the quirky creature known as the parrotfish and the key role it plays in keeping coral reefs healthy and thriving. -- As the sun rises over a quiet coral reef one animal breaks the morning silence. Named for its vibrant scales and beak-like teeth the parrotfish devours a particularly crunchy breakfast: rocks. Why would any creature take bites out of the seafloor Mike Gil explores how these quirky and flashy foragers play a key role in defending the essential coral reef ecosystem. Lesson by Mike Gil directed by"
YouTube Link 2020-08-04T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 517.6K engagements

"How aspirin was discovered - Krishna Sudhir Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-aspirin-was-discovered-krishna-sudhir [----] years ago the ancient Sumerians made a surprising discovery: if they scraped the bark off a particular kind of tree and ate it their pain disappeared. Little did they know that what theyd found was destined to influence the future course of medicine. Krishna Sudhir traces the history of aspirin. Lesson by Krishna Sudhir directed by Artrake Studio. Thank you so much to our patrons for your support"
YouTube Link 2017-10-02T15:06Z 22.4M followers, 3M engagements

"The physics of playing guitar - Oscar Fernando Perez View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-physics-of-playing-guitar-oscar-fernando-perez Guitar masters like Jimi Hendrix are capable of bending the physics of waves to their wills plucking melody from inspiration and vibration. But how do wood metal and plastic translate into rhythm melody and music Oscar Fernando Perez details the physics of playing the guitar from first pluck to that final shredding chord. Lesson by Oscar Fernando Perez animation by Chris Boyle. Guitar Physics Oscar Perez Jimi Hendrix Kurt Cobain Jimmy Page Music"
YouTube Link 2015-08-13T15:07Z 22.4M followers, 529.5K engagements

"The dungeon master's riddle - Alex Rosenthal A group of adventurers has broken into your lair. Can you figure out who the cleric is before they start casting spells -- Yet another party of adventurers has broken into your lair to slay your minions and steal your treasures. Judging by the trail of destruction youre up against a fighter a rogue and a cleric. The first two wont be a problem for a powerful necromancer like you but the clerics' spells are trouble. Can you figure out which adventurer is the cleric before its too late Alex Rosenthal shows how. Lesson by Alex Rosenthal directed by"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 899.4K engagements

"How do you know what's true - Sheila Marie Orfano Explore the Rashomon effect where individuals give significantly different but equally believable accounts of the same event. -- A samurai is found dead in a quiet bamboo grove. One by one the crimes only known witnesses recount their version of the events. But as they each tell their tale it becomes clear that every testimony is plausible yet different. And each witness implicates themselves. Whats going on Sheila Marie Orfano explores the phenomenon of warring perspectives known as the Rashomon effect. Lesson by Sheila Marie Orfano directed"
YouTube Link 2021-06-10T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"Why do animals form swarms - Maria R. D'Orsogna Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-do-animals-form-swarms-maria-r-d-orsogna When many individual organisms come together and move as one entity thats a swarm. From a handful of birds to billions of insects swarms can be almost any size. They have no leader and members interact only with their neighbors or through indirect cues. Members follow simple rules: travel in the same direction as those around you stay close and avoid collisions. Maria R. DOrsogna shares why. Lesson"
YouTube Link 2017-12-18T16:02Z 22.4M followers, 339.9K engagements

"Jellyfish predate dinosaurs. How have they survived so long - David Gruber View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/jellyfish-predate-dinosaurs-how-have-they-survived-so-long-david-gruber Some are longer than a blue whale. Others are barely larger than a grain of sand. One species unleashes one of the most deadly venoms on earth; another holds a secret thats behind some of the greatest breakthroughs in biology. Theyve inhabited the ocean for at least half a billion years and theyre still flourishing. David Gruber investigates the secret powers of jellyfish. Lesson by David Gruber animation"
YouTube Link 2017-03-28T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 3.5M engagements

"10 musicians weigh in on what makes for a great performance Think Like A Musician Professional musicians share the key components of being a great performer and what it means to have stage presence. -- "Think Like A Musician" connects you with working musicians who want to help the music-curious and music-passionate hone and share the gift of music with the world. Part interview part animated course our first season "Think Like A Performer" features artists sharing their insight on the ins and outs of fine-tuning your instrument and crafting a great performance. Each episode features free"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 80.9K engagements

"Is AI the most important technology of the century Is the 21st century the most pivotal time in human history Explore how the decisions we make now may impact humanitys future. -- Is it possible that this century is the most important one in human history The 21st century has already proven to be a period of rapid growth. Were on the cusp of developing new technologies that could entirely change the way people live and could contribute to unprecedented levels of existential risk. Explore how the decisions we make now might have a major impact on humanitys future. Directed by Jon Mayes AIM"
YouTube Link 2023-04-04T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 474K engagements

"Why do people have seasonal allergies - Eleanor Nelsen View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-do-some-people-have-seasonal-allergies-eleanor-nelsen Ah spring. Grass growing flowers blooming trees budding. For those with allergies though this explosion of new life probably inspires more dread than joy. So whats behind this annual onslaught of mucus Eleanor Nelsen explains what happens when your immune system goes rogue. Lesson by Eleanor Nelson animation by TED-Ed. Seasonal allergies Sneeze Allergic reaction Pollen Immune system Hay fever Allergic Rhinitis antibodies antihistamine"
YouTube Link 2016-05-26T14:57Z 22.4M followers, 582.5K engagements

"Nature's smallest factory: The Calvin cycle - Cathy Symington View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/nature-s-smallest-factory-the-calvin-cycle-cathy-symington A hearty bowl of cereal gives you the energy to start your day but how exactly did that energy make its way into your bowl It all begins with photosynthesis the process that converts the air we breathe into energizing glucose. Cathy Symington details the highly efficient second phase of photosynthesis -- called the Calvin cycle -- which converts carbon dioxide into sugar with some clever mix-and-match math. Lesson by Cathy"
YouTube Link 2014-04-01T15:08Z 22.4M followers, 3.3M engagements

"Titan of terror: The dark imagination of H.P. Lovecraft - Silvia Moreno-Garca Dive into the stories of horror savant H.P. Lovecraft whose fantastical tales such as The Call of Cthulhu created a new era of Gothic horror. -- Arcane books of forbidden lore disturbing secrets in the family bloodline and terrors so unspeakable the very thought of them might drive you mad. These have become standard elements in modern horror stories. But they were largely popularized by a single author: H.P. Lovecraft whose name has become synonymous with the terror he inspired. Silvia Moreno-Garca dissects the"
YouTube Link 2019-04-23T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.6M engagements

"What you can do with an extra jaw - Darien Satterfield Discover the adaptation of the pharyngeal jaw a secondary set of jaws that allow fish to capture and eat their prey at the same time. -- After stalking a cuttlefish a moray eel finally pounces. As the eel snags the mollusk in its teeth its prey struggles to escape. But before it can wiggle away a second set of teeth lunge from the eels throat. This adaptation is called a pharyngeal jaw and is one of the most common adaptations under the sea. Darien Satterfield shares how this incredible skeletal mechanism works. Lesson by Darien"
YouTube Link 2021-06-29T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 439.3K engagements

"The myth of Pegasus and the chimera - Iseult Gillespie Discover the myth of Bellerophon the hero who battled and killed the Chimera monster atop the winged horse Pegasus. -- Shielded from the gorgons stone gaze Perseus crept through Medusas cave. When he reached her he drew his sickle and brought it down on her neck. From Medusa's neck sprung two children. One was a giant wielding a golden sword; the other was the magnificent winged horse Pegasus. No bridle could contain him until one fateful day. Iseult Gillespie details the myth of the hero Bellerophon. Lesson by Iseult Gillespie directed"
YouTube Link 2022-09-29T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"History vs. Genghis Khan - Alex Gendler Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/history-vs-genghis-khan-alex-gendler He was one of the most fearsome warlords who ever lived waging an unstoppable conquest across the Eurasian continent. But was Genghis Khan a vicious barbarian or a unifier who paved the way for the modern world Alex Gendler puts this controversial figure on trial in History vs Genghis Khan. Lesson by Alex Gendler animation by Brett Underhill. Alex Gendler Brett Underhill Genghis Khan Mongolia Mongolian empire"
YouTube Link 2015-07-02T15:13Z 22.4M followers, 7.2M engagements

"Which is stronger: Glue or tape - Elizabeth Cox Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/which-is-stronger-glue-or-tape-elizabeth-cox The oldest glue in the world is over [----] years old and comes from a cave near the Dead Sea. Today we have enough types of tape and glue to build and repair almost anything. But what gives glue and tape their stickiness And is one stronger than the other Elizabeth Cox explores the world of adhesives. Lesson by Elizabeth Cox animation by Sinbad Richardson. Thank you so much to our patrons for your"
YouTube Link 2018-04-30T15:12Z 22.4M followers, 15M engagements

"The chaotic brilliance of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat - Jordana Moore Saggese Learn about the life of American artist Jean-Michel Basquiat from his start as part of graffiti duo SAMO to his rise as an internationally renowned painter. -- Like Beat writers who composed their work by shredding and reassembling scraps of writing artist Jean-Michel Basquiat used similar techniques to remix his materials. Pulling in splintered anatomy reimagined historical scenes and skulls he repurposed present day experiences and art history into an inventive visual language. Jordana Moore Saggese explores the"
YouTube Link 2019-02-28T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"The last banana: A thought experiment in probability - Leonardo Barichello View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-last-banana-a-thought-experiment-in-probability-leonardo-barichello Imagine a game of dice: if the biggest number rolled is one two three or four player [--] wins. If the biggest number rolled is five or six player [--] wins. Who has the best probability of winning the game Leonardo Barichello explains how probability holds the answer to this seemingly counterintuitive puzzle. Lesson by Leonardo Barichello animation by Ace & Son Moving Picture Co LLC. TED TEDx TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2015-02-23T16:08Z 22.4M followers, 1.7M engagements

"How to speed up chemical reactions (and get a date) - Aaron Sams View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-to-speed-up-chemical-reactions-and-get-a-date The complex systems of high school dating and chemical reactions may have more in common than you think. Explore five rules for speeding up chemical reactions in the lab that might just land you a date to a dance Lesson by Mark Paricio & Aaron Sams animation by Cognitive Media. Aaron Sams TED TED-Ed chemistry chemical reaction catalyst lab reaction science Cognitive Media TED Education Aaron Sams TED TED-Ed chemistry chemical reaction"
YouTube Link 2012-06-18T14:20Z 22.4M followers, 2.4M engagements

"Whats a squillo and why do opera singers need it - Ming Luke Discover the techniques opera singers use to project their voices over the orchestra and the importance of a singers squillo. -- An orchestra fills an opera house with music but a singers voice soars above the instruments. Its melody rings out across thousands of patrons all without any assistance from a microphone. How is it possible that a single voice can be heard so clearly The answer lies in the physics of the human voice. Ming Luke explains the carefully honed technique of an expert opera singer. Lesson by Ming Luke directed"
YouTube Link 2020-03-09T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 620.3K engagements

"Why don't we send our trash to space - Jim Bentley and Imogen Ellen Napper Dig into why there is so much trash orbiting Earth and find out what could happen if the debris continues to accumulate. -- There are over [---] million pieces of debris currently whipping around the planet. They range in size from a grain of sand to the size of an entire bus. These orbital debris pose a serious threat to the thousands of satellites that underpin Earths vital technologies. So how can we save our satellites and ourselves from all this trash Jim Bentley and Imogen Ellen Napper investigate. Lesson by Jim"
YouTube Link 2025-10-16T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 190K engagements

"Are there really dead wasps in figs - Carolyn Beans Dig into the close relationship between figs and wasps and find out if it's normal and safe for bugs to be in our food. -- In [----] a US grocer recalled over [-----] cases of broccoli-cheddar soup over concerns they contained too much of an unintended ingredient. That ingredient Bugs. We know insects regularly come into contact with our food but how many are you actually eating And is it okay Carolyn Beans takes a look at figs and their conspicuously close bond with wasps. Lesson by Carolyn Beans directed by Denys Spolitak. Support Our"
YouTube Link 2025-07-03T15:47Z 22.4M followers, 892K engagements

"Nature's fortress: How cacti keep water in and predators out - Lucas C. Majure Discover the adaptations that allow cacti to not only survive but thrive in some of the harshest desert climates on Earth. -- If you were a jackrabbit in the desert youd be glad to stumble across a cactus: the flesh of these plants is a water source for many animals. Known for their spines and succulent stems cacti of all shapes and sizes have evolved to not just survive but thrive in some of the harshest desert climates on Earth. So how do they do it Lucas C. Majure shares the prickly plants unique adaptations."
YouTube Link 2021-11-18T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 718.5K engagements

"How languages evolve - Alex Gendler View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-languages-evolve-alex-gendler Over the course of human history thousands of languages have developed from what was once a much smaller number. How did we end up with so many And how do we keep track of them all Alex Gendler explains how linguists group languages into language families demonstrating how these linguistic trees give us crucial insights into the past. Lesson by Alex Gendler animation by Igor Coric. Alex Gendler Igor Coric linguistics language language families language evolution how languages"
YouTube Link 2014-05-27T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 3.4M engagements

"How do dogs "see" with their noses - Alexandra Horowitz View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-do-dogs-see-with-their-noses-alexandra-horowitz You may have heard the expression that dogs see with their noses. But these creatures amazing nasal architecture actually reveals a whole world beyond what we can see. Alexandra Horowitz illustrates how the dogs nose can smell the past the future and even things that cant be seen at all. Lesson by Alexandra Horowitz animation by Provncia Studio. TED TEDx TED-Ed Dog Canine Smell Olfactory Olfaction Nose Nostril Breathing Smelling Olfactory"
YouTube Link 2015-02-02T16:19Z 22.4M followers, 2.5M engagements

"How the COVID-19 vaccines were created so quickly - Kaitlyn Sadtler and Elizabeth Wayne Discover how mRNA vaccines help your immune system fight viral infections and how this decades-old technology was used to create COVID-19 vaccines. -- In the 20th century most vaccines took over a decade to research test and produce. But the vaccines for COVID-19 were cleared for emergency use in less than [--] months. The secret behind this speed is a medical technology thats been developing for decades: the mRNA vaccine. So how do these revolutionary vaccines work Kaitlyn Sadtler and Elizabeth Wayne dig"
YouTube Link 2021-08-17T15:03Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"How do fish make electricity - Eleanor Nelsen Get perks and exclusive access to TED-Ed by supporting our mission of free worldwide education for all: https://www.patreon.com/teded -- Nearly [---] species of fish have specialized anatomical structures that generate and detect electrical signals. Underwater where light is scarce electrical signals offer ways to communicate navigate find and sometimes stun prey. But how do these fish produce electricity And why Eleanor Nelsen illuminates the science behind electric fish. Lesson by Eleanor Nelsen directed by TOTEM Studio. Sign up for our"
YouTube Link 2017-11-30T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 3.6M engagements

"The tragic myth of the Sun God's son - Iseult Gillespie Dive into the Greek myth of Helios and Phaethon where the Sun God allows his mortal son to drive his chariot for a day. -- Every morning Helios unleashed his golden chariot and set out across the sky. As the Sun God transformed dawn into day he thought of his son Phaethon below. To prove to Phaethon that he was truly his father Helios decided to grant him anything he wanted. Unfortunately what Phaethon wanted was to drive Helios chariot for a day. Iseult Gillespie shares the tragic myth of the charioteer. Lesson by Iseult Gillespie"
YouTube Link 2022-01-18T16:02Z 22.4M followers, 2.4M engagements

"The legend of Annapurna Hindu goddess of nourishment - Antara Raychaudhuri & Iseult Gillespie Follow the legend of Parvati the Hindu mother of the natural world as she disappears from Earth and reemerges as Annapurna the goddess of food. -- Historically the union between Shiva and Parvati was a glorious one: a sacred combination which brought fertility and connection to all living things. Yet a rift had grown between these two forces. Setting out to prove the importance of her work Parvati withdrew from the world and sent the Earth into darkness. Antara Raychaudhuri and Iseult Gillespie tell"
YouTube Link 2020-02-13T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 4.3M engagements

"The surprisingly long history of electric cars - Daniel Sperling and Gil Tal Can electric cars reclaim their place on the road Discover how developments in battery technology are making these cars more efficient and powerful. -- By the end of the 19th century nearly 40% of American cars were electric. But these vehicles had a few major problems early car batteries were expensive and inefficient and the vehicles were twice the price of a gas-powered car. And so for the next several decades gas-powered cars dominated the market. Can electric cars reclaim their place on the road Daniel Sperling"
YouTube Link 2021-10-26T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 606K engagements

"How does whale communication work - David Gruber and Shane Gero Explore how sperm whales use an array of complex vocalizations to communicate with each other hunt and assess their surroundings. -- Soon after whaling ships began operating in the North Pacific an interesting trend emerged. Within just a few years whalers saw a 58% drop in their successful strikes. Sperm whales had suddenly become harder to kill they had begun fleeing the boats instead of forming their usual defensive circles. Were whales communicating new strategies to each other David Gruber and Shane Gero investigate. Lesson"
YouTube Link 2023-12-14T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 303.3K engagements

"A clever way to estimate enormous numbers - Michael Mitchell View the full lesson here: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/michael-mitchell-a-clever-way-to-estimate-enormous-numbers Have you ever tried to guess how many pieces of candy there are in a jar Or tackled a mindbender like: "How many piano tuners are there in Chicago" Physicist Enrico Fermi was very good at problems like these -- learn how he used the power of [--] to make amazingly fast estimations of big numbers. Lesson by Michael Mitchell animation by Mark Phillips. numbers speed of sound speed of light estimate estimation mathematics"
YouTube Link 2012-09-12T15:06Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"What did democracy really mean in Athens - Melissa Schwartzberg View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-did-democracy-really-mean-in-athens-melissa-schwartzberg While we might consider elections to be the cornerstone of democracy the Athenians who coined the term actually employed a lottery system to choose most of their politicians. Melissa Schwartzberg describes the ins and outs of the Athenian democracy and addresses some ways in which a lottery system might benefit us today. Lesson by Melissa Schwartzberg animation by TED-Ed. Democracy Athens Melissa Schwartzberg TED TED-Ed TED"
YouTube Link 2015-03-24T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"Can you solve the giant spider riddle - Dan Finkel Practice more problem-solving at https://brilliant.org/TedEd -- Once every century the worlds greatest spiders gather to compete in a series of grueling games. The winner will become the next arachnomonarch able to command all the worlds spiders to their will. That day is today and for the first time youre casting your name into the ring. Can you attain the mantle of spider supremacy Dan Finkel shows how. Lesson by Dan Finkel directed by Igor ori Artrake Studio. Support Our Non-Profit Mission ----------------------------------------------"
YouTube Link 2021-08-10T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 3.5M engagements

"The electrifying speeches of Sojourner Truth - Daina Ramey Berry Get to know the story of Sojourner Truth a woman born into slavery who became known as a powerful orator and outspoken activist. -- Isabella Baumfree was born into slavery in late 18th century New York. Fleeing bondage with her youngest daughter she renamed herself Sojourner Truth and embarked on a legendary speaking tour. She became known as an electrifying orator and her speeches impacted thousands of people in communities across the United States. Daina Ramey Berry details the life of the outspoken activist. Lesson by Daina"
YouTube Link 2020-04-28T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 595.1K engagements

"Who were Las Mariposas and why were they murdered - Lisa Krause Get to know the story of the Mirabal sisters who led a revolution against Rafael Trujillos dictatorship in the Dominican Republic. -- For over [--] years thousands of people were imprisoned tortured and murdered under Rafael Trujillos dictatorship in the Dominican Republic. Three sisters would go on to lead an underground revolution. But while their courage inspired many it threatened the man in power and their lives would come to a tragic early end. Who were these brave women Lisa Krause tells the story of Las Mariposas. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2021-03-08T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.8M engagements

"Savitri and Satyavan: The legend of the princess who outwitted Death - Iseult Gillespie Dig into the tale of Princess Savitri and her one true love Satyavan and the tragic prophecy that entwined their fates forever. -- Princess Savitri was benevolent brilliant and bright. Her grace was known throughout the land and many princes and merchants flocked to her familys palace to seek her hand in marriage. But upon witnessing her blinding splendor in person the men lost their nerve. Unimpressed with these suitors she determined to find a husband herself. Iseult Gillespie tells the tale of Savitri"
YouTube Link 2021-01-12T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 6.3M engagements

"Symbiosis: A surprising tale of species cooperation - David Gonzales View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/symbiosis-a-surprising-tale-of-species-cooperation Different species often depend on one another. David Gonzales describes the remarkable relationship of the Clark's nutcracker and the whitebark pine to illustrate the interdependency known as symbiosis. Lesson by David Gonzales animation by Sunni Brown. Science and Technology David Gonzales Science Technology Nature Birds Squirrels Trees Symbiosis Cooperation Species TED TED-Ed TED Education Sunni Brown sunnibrown.com Science and"
YouTube Link 2012-03-14T03:04Z 22.4M followers, 397.1K engagements

"The law of conservation of mass - Todd Ramsey View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-law-of-conservation-of-mass-todd-ramsey Everything in our universe has mass from the smallest atom to the largest star. But the amount of mass has remained constant throughout existence even during the birth and death of stars planets and you. How can the universe grow while maintaining its mass Todd Ramsey answers that question by unravelling the law of conservation of mass. Lesson by Todd Ramsey animation by Vegso/Banyai. TED TED Ed TEDx TED-Ed Law of Conservation of Mass Matter Energy Mass System"
YouTube Link 2015-02-26T16:03Z 22.4M followers, 2.3M engagements

"The scientific origins of the Minotaur - Matt Kaplan View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-scientific-origins-of-the-minotaur-matt-kaplan The myth of the Minotaur tells the story of an enraged beast forever wandering the corridors of a damp labyrinth filled with a rage so intense that its deafening roar shakes the earth. But is this story just fiction or an attempt of our early ancestors to make sense of the natural world Matt Kaplan examines the myth for its scientific roots. Lesson by Matt Kaplan animation by Artrake Studio. Matt Kaplan Minotaur Ancient Greek mythology Ancient"
YouTube Link 2015-07-20T15:08Z 22.4M followers, 4.7M engagements

"Why are there so many insects - Murry Gans View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-are-there-so-many-insects-murry-gans If insects suddenly morphed into large beings and decided to wage war on us theres no doubt that humans would lose. There are an estimated [--] quintillion individual insects on earth outnumbering humans by more than a billion to one. So whats their secret to success Murry Gans details the reasons behind insect abundance. Lesson by Murry Gans animation by Echo Bridge Pictures. insects bugs science entomology TED TED Ed TED-Ed TEDEducation Murry Gans Echo Bridge"
YouTube Link 2016-03-01T15:57Z 22.4M followers, 3.8M engagements

"Music as a language - Victor Wooten View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/victor-wooten-music-as-a-language Music is a powerful communication tool--it causes us to laugh cry think and question. Bassist and five-time Grammy winner Victor Wooten asks us to approach music the same way we learn verbal language--by embracing mistakes and playing as often as possible. Lesson by Victor Wooten produced by TED-Ed. TED-Ed TEDEducation Victor Wooten Bela Fleck and the Flecktones Flecktones Bela Fleck music language learning music bassist bass guitar bass forms of expression communication TED-Ed"
YouTube Link 2012-08-13T15:14Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"Is graffiti art Or vandalism - Kelly Wall View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/a-brief-history-of-graffiti-kelly-wall Spray-painted subway cars tagged bridges mural-covered walls graffiti pops up boldly throughout our cities. And it turns out: its nothing new. Graffiti has been around for thousands of years. And across that span of time its raised the same questions we debate now: Is it art Is it vandalism Kelly Wall describes the history of graffiti. Lesson by Kelly Wall animation by Toms Pichardo Espaillat. Kelly Wall Toms Pichardo Espaillat Graffiti Banksy public art subway art"
YouTube Link 2016-09-08T15:18Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"What is earwax and should you get rid of it - Henry C. Ou Explore why earwax forms its purpose in our health and whether or not we should be trying to get rid of it. -- Grooming paraphernalia has been found in numerous archeological sites many of which have included earwax removal tools. And earwax evacuation remains a popular hygienic habit today. But what is earwax And are the efforts to eliminate it actually good for us Henry C. Ou explores the important role earwax plays in our health. Lesson by Henry C. Ou directed by Yuriy Polyashko Max Zaglotskyi Darvideo Animation Studio. Support Our"
YouTube Link 2024-04-02T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"Your body vs. implants - Kaitlyn Sadtler Why do medical implants like insulin pumps and prosthetic knees need replacement Explore how the immune system fights implants and how new devices are trying to help. -- Insulin pumps improve the lives of millions of people with diabetes around the world by monitoring blood sugar delivering insulin and preventing the need for constant finger-pricking. But theres a catch: theyre temporary. And its not only insulin pumps that have this problem but all bodily implants. Why is that Kaitlyn Sadtler details how our immune system reacts to foreign bodies."
YouTube Link 2019-06-17T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.3M engagements

"On positive psychology - Martin Seligman View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/martin-seligman-on-positive-psychology Martin Seligman talks about psychology -- as a field of study and as it works one-on-one with each patient and each practitioner. As it moves beyond a focus on disease what can modern psychology help us to become Talk by Martin Seligman. TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation TED Martin Seligman psychology postive psychology TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation TED Martin Seligman psychology postive psychology"
YouTube Link 2013-07-06T14:07Z 22.4M followers, 200.9K engagements

"Five fingers of evolution - Paul Andersen View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/five-fingers-of-evolution How can a "thumbs up" sign help us remember five processes that impact evolution The story of the Five Fingers of Evolution gives us a clever way of understanding change in gene pools over time. Lesson by Paul Andersen animation by Alan Foreman. Evolution Biology Environment Awesome Nature Paul Andersen Alan Foreman TED TED-Ed TED Education Microevolution macroevolution speciation ancestry science frequency genetic mutation genes alleles red hair generation mating gene pool small"
YouTube Link 2012-05-07T14:57Z 22.4M followers, 1.8M engagements

"Distant time and the hint of a multiverse - Sean Carroll Cosmologist Sean Carroll attacks -- in an entertaining and thought-provoking tour through the nature of time and the universe -- a deceptively simple question: Why does time exist at all The potential answers point to a surprising view of the nature of the universe and our place in it. (Filmed at TEDxCaltech.) Talk by Sean Carroll. Sean Carroll TED TEDx TEDxCaltech Cal Tech time universe multiverse nature of universe TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation physics Sean Carroll TED TEDx TEDxCaltech Cal Tech time universe multiverse nature of universe"
YouTube Link 2013-07-03T20:22Z 22.4M followers, 27.5K engagements

"Just add water: The garden insect that can turn into a plague - Jeffrey A. Lockwood Discover what causes desert locusts to transform into crop-consuming plagues and how they directly endanger humanity. -- A ravenous swarm stretches as far as the eye can see. It has no leader or strategic plan; its only goals are to eat breed and move on. These are desert locusts infamous for their capacity for destruction. But most of the time desert locusts are no more dangerous than grasshoppers. So what does it take to turn these harmless insects into a crop-consuming plague Jeffrey A. Lockwood"
YouTube Link 2021-11-04T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 601.3K engagements

"The mysterious workings of the adolescent brain - Sarah-Jayne Blakemore View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-mysterious-workings-of-the-adolescent-brain-sarah-jayne-blakemore Why do teenagers seem so much more impulsive so much less self-aware than grown-ups Cognitive neuroscientist Sarah-Jayne Blakemore compares the prefrontal cortex in adolescents to that of adults to show us how typically "teenage" behavior is caused by the growing and developing brain. Talk by Sarah-Jayne Blakemore. Sarah-Jayne Blakemore cognition neuroscience prefrontal cortex adolescent brain adult teenage"
YouTube Link 2013-06-01T14:50Z 22.4M followers, 273.8K engagements

"How does your smartphone know your location - Wilton L. Virgo View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-does-your-smartphone-know-your-location-wilton-l-virgo GPS location apps on a smartphone can be very handy when mapping a travel route or finding nearby events. But how does your smartphone know where you are Wilton L. Virgo explains how the answer lies [-----] miles over your head in an orbiting satellite that keeps time to the beat of an atomic clock powered by quantum mechanics. Lesson by Wilton L. Virgo animation by Nick Hilditch. TED TEDEd TED-Ed TEDx GPS Navigation Directions Maps"
YouTube Link 2015-01-29T16:09Z 22.4M followers, 893.2K engagements

"How fast can a vaccine be made - Dan Kwartler Dig into the three key phases of developing a new vaccine: exploratory research clinical testing and manufacturing. -- When a new pathogen emerges our bodies and healthcare systems are left vulnerable. And when this pathogen causes the outbreak of a pandemic theres an urgent need for a vaccine to create widespread immunity with minimal loss of life. So how quickly can we develop vaccines when we need them most Dan Kwartler describes the three phases of vaccine development. Lesson by Dan Kwartler directed by Good Bad Habits. Animator's website:"
YouTube Link 2020-06-15T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"Why were there three popes at the same time - Jolle Rollo-Koster Dig into the history of the Papal Schism which caused a split in the Catholic Church while [--] popes vied for supremacy. -- For almost two millennia the Pope has been a figure of supreme spiritual authority for Catholics around the world. But in the late 14th century Catholics found themselves with not one not two but three popes. Where did this plethora of popes come from And who among them was the genuine article Jolle Rollo-Koster shares the origins of this papal predicament. Lesson by Jolle Rollo-Koster directed by Kaspar"
YouTube Link 2023-05-11T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"Listening to shame - Bren Brown Shame is an unspoken epidemic the secret behind many forms of broken behavior. Bren Brown whose earlier talk on vulnerability became a viral hit explores what can happen when people confront their shame head-on. Her own humor humanity and vulnerability shine through every word. Talk by Bren Brown. Brene Brown shame vulnerability psychology TED TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation Brene Brown shame vulnerability psychology TED TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation"
YouTube Link 2013-07-19T19:57Z 22.4M followers, 415.3K engagements

"How the sandwich was invented Moments of Vision [--] - Jessica Oreck View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-the-sandwich-was-invented-moments-of-vision-5-jessica-oreck Today it is estimated that 50% of Americans eat at least one sandwich every day. And while its all but impossible to imagine a world without them sandwiches have only been around since [----]. In the fifth installment of our Moments of Vision series Jessica Oreck shares the sandwich's seedy origin story. Lesson and animation by Jessica Oreck. Jessica Oreck teded stop motion moments of vision in a moment of vision teded"
YouTube Link 2016-11-03T14:59Z 22.4M followers, 850.1K engagements

"How the bra was invented Moments of Vision [--] - Jessica Oreck View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-the-bra-was-invented-moments-of-vision-1-jessica-oreck Lingerie has existed for hundreds of years but it wasn't until the 1920s that a standardized cup sizing system was invented that changed underwear forever. In the first installment of our Moments of Vision series Jessica Oreck traces the uplifting origin of the modern brassiere. Lesson and animation by Jessica Oreck. Jessica Oreck Bra origin of the bra inventions in a moment of vision innovation design women's rights corsetry Ida"
YouTube Link 2016-07-12T15:07Z 22.4M followers, 737.6K engagements

"The moral roots of liberals and conservatives - Jonathan Haidt View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/jonathan-haidt-on-the-moral-roots-of-liberals-and-conversatives Psychologist Jonathan Haidt studies the five moral values that form the basis of our political choices whether we're left right or center. In this eye-opening talk he pinpoints the moral values that liberals and conservatives tend to honor most. Jonathan Haidt studies how -- and why -- we evolved to be moral. By understanding more about our moral roots his hope is that we can learn to be civil and open-minded. Talk by"
YouTube Link 2012-12-31T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.8M engagements

"Cicadas: The dormant army beneath your feet - Rose Eveleth Discover the dormant army of billions of cicadas that emerge from underground every [--] or [--] years to molt mate and die. -- Every [--] or [--] years billions of cicadas emerge from the ground to molt mate and die. Adult cicadas only live a few weeks above ground but you'd be hard pressed to ignore them -- they are extremely loud Rose Eveleth explains everything you need to know about these noisy insects admitting that there's still some things we just don't understand. Lesson by Rose Eveleth animation by Eli Enigenburg. Support Our"
YouTube Link 2013-09-05T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 497.5K engagements

"How to make a mummy - Len Bloch View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-to-make-a-mummy-len-bloch As anyone whos seen a mummy knows ancient Egyptian priests went to a lot of trouble to evade decomposition. But how successful were they Len Bloch details the mummification process and examines its results thousands of years later. Lesson by Len Bloch animation by The Moving Company Animation Studio. Len Bloch Moving Company Animation Studio mummy mummification body decay decomposition egypt ancient egypt body science biology history world history TED TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation Len Bloch"
YouTube Link 2015-06-18T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 5.6M engagements

"How the bendy straw was invented Moments of Vision [--] - Jessica Oreck View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-the-bendy-straw-was-invented-moments-of-vision-12-jessica-oreck Today Americans use an estimated [---] million drinking straws every day. But where did the idea for this beloved utensil come from In the twelfth installment of our Moments of Vision series Jessica Oreck shares the origins of the bendy straw. Lesson and animation by Jessica Oreck. TED Joseph B. Friedman straw paper straw bendy straw milkshake soda parlor screw dental floss utensil TED-Ed TED Education TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2017-06-01T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 435.8K engagements

"How social media can make history - Clay Shirky View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/clay-shirky-how-social-media-can-make-history While news from Iran streams to the world Clay Shirky shows how Facebook Twitter and TXTs help citizens in repressive regimes report on real news bypassing censors (however briefly). The end of top-down control of news is changing the nature of politics. Talk by Clay Shirky. Clay Shirkey social media Facebook Twitter media revolution TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed Clay Shirkey social media Facebook Twitter media revolution TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2012-11-16T16:43Z 22.4M followers, 323.4K engagements

"Can you solve the Mondrian squares riddle - Gordon Hamilton Practice more problem-solving at https://brilliant.org/TedEd/ Dutch artist Piet Mondrians abstract rectangular paintings inspired mathematicians to create a two-fold challenge. Can you solve the puzzle and get to the lowest score possible Gordon Hamilton shows how. Lesson by Gordon Hamilton directed by Anton Trofimov. Thank you so much to our patrons for supporting us on Patreon Without you this video would not be possible Bozhidar Karaargirov maxi kobi einy Misaki Sato Craig Sheldon Andrew Bosco Catherine Sverko Nik Maier Mark"
YouTube Link 2018-06-28T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"How do we safely study living brains - John Borghi and Elizabeth Waters Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-do-we-study-living-brains-john-borghi-and-elizabeth-waters As far as we know theres only one thing in our solar system sophisticated enough to study itself: the human brain. But this self-investigation is challenging because a living brain is shielded by skull swaddled in tissue and made up of billions of tiny cells. How do we study living brains without harming their owners Elizabeth Waters and John Brorghi explain"
YouTube Link 2018-04-26T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 565.7K engagements

"First person vs. Second person vs. Third person - Rebekah Bergman Discover how point of view can transform a story and find out how to choose between first second and third person in your writing. -- Who is telling a story and from what perspective are some of the most important choices an author makes. Told from a different point of view a story can transform completely. Third person first person and second person perspectives each have unique possibilities and constraints. So how do you choose a point of view for your story Rebekah Bergman explores the different ways to focus a story."
YouTube Link 2020-06-25T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.4M engagements

"Corruption wealth and beauty: The history of the Venetian gondola - Laura Morelli View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/corruption-wealth-and-beauty-the-history-of-the-venetian-gondola-laura-morelli Its hard to imagine Venice without the curious banana-shaped gondolas that glide down the canals. How did these boats come to be the trademark transportation of Venice Laura Morelli details the history of the gondola explaining why these boats were needed the painstaking process by which they were made and why they have slowly begun to fade from the once-crowded canals. Lesson by Laura"
YouTube Link 2014-09-04T15:08Z 22.4M followers, 606.8K engagements

"All your devices can be hacked - Avi Rubin Could someone hack your pacemaker At TEDxMidAtlantic Avi Rubin explains how hackers are compromising cars smartphones and medical devices and warns us about the dangers of an increasingly hack-able world. (Filmed at TEDxMidAtlantic.) Talk by Avi Rubin. Avi Rubin TED TEDx TEDxMidAtlantic TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation hack hacker hacking hackable world Avi Rubin TED TEDx TEDxMidAtlantic TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation hack hacker hacking hackable world"
YouTube Link 2013-06-12T20:40Z 22.4M followers, 124.8K engagements

"The battle of the Greek tragedies - Melanie Sirof View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-battle-of-the-greek-tragedies-melanie-sirof The world of modern theater owes its roots to the tragedians of Ancient Greece. As far back as the 5th Century BCE actors and playwrights were entertaining the masses with intriguing stories. Melanie Sirof unveils the ancient theatrical innovations that made the way for Broadway. Lesson by Melanie Sirof animation by Andrew Foerster. Greek drama Tragedy Chorus Dialogue Dramatic structure Playwrighting Playwright TED TED-Ed TED Education TEDx Play"
YouTube Link 2015-06-01T15:13Z 22.4M followers, 725.1K engagements

"The mystery of chronic pain - Elliot Krane View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-mystery-of-chronic-pain-elliot-krane We think of pain as a symptom but there are cases where the nervous system develops feedback loops and pain becomes a terrifying disease in itself. Starting with the story of a girl whose sprained wrist turned into a nightmare Elliot Krane talks about the complex mystery of chronic pain and reviews the facts we're just learning about how it works and how to treat it. Talk by Elliot Krane. Elliot Krane pain chronic pain how works migraine nervous system nerves TED TED"
YouTube Link 2013-03-31T15:03Z 22.4M followers, 256.4K engagements

"Reasons for the seasons - Rebecca Kaplan View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/reasons-for-the-seasons-rebecca-kaplan Why do some regions experience full-time heat while others are reckoning with frigid temperatures and snow And why are the seasons reversed in the two hemispheres Rebecca Kaplan explains how the shape of the Earth's orbit around the Sun and the Earth's tilt on its axis affect the amount of sunlight each region receives. Lesson by Rebecca Kaplan animation by Marc Christoforidis. Rebecca Kaplan Marc Christoforidis TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation seasons solstice equinox sun"
YouTube Link 2013-05-23T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"Einstein's brilliant mistake: Entangled states - Chad Orzel View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/einstein-s-brilliant-mistake-entangled-states-chad-orzel When you think about Einstein and physics E=mc2 is probably the first thing that comes to mind. But one of his greatest contributions to the field actually came in the form of an odd philosophical footnote in a [----] paper he co-wrote -- which ended up being wrong. Chad Orzel details Einstein's "EPR" paper and its insights on the strange phenomena of entangled states. Lesson by Chad Orzel animation by Gunborg/Banyai. Chad Orzel"
YouTube Link 2014-10-16T14:59Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"The breathtaking courage of Harriet Tubman - Janell Hobson Take a closer look at the life of escaped slave and American icon Harriet Tubman who liberated over [---] enslaved people using the Underground Railroad. -- Download a free audiobook version of "The Underground Railroad" and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://adbl.co/2LEl0sU Check out our full book recommendation: https://shop.ed.ted.com/collections/ted-ed-book-recommendations/products/the-underground-railroad Escaping slavery; risking everything to save her family; leading a military raid; championing the cause of womens"
YouTube Link 2018-07-24T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.1M engagements

"How algorithms shape our world - Kevin Slavin View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/kevin-slavin-how-algorithms-shape-our-world Kevin Slavin argues that we're living in a world designed for -- and increasingly controlled by -- algorithms. In this riveting talk from TEDGlobal he shows how these complex computer programs determine espionage tactics stock prices movie scripts and architecture. Slavin also warns that we are writing code we can't understand with implications we can't control. Talk by Kevin Slavin. Kevin Slavin TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed code algorithms math mathematics"
YouTube Link 2012-11-25T17:57Z 22.4M followers, 458.8K engagements

"Could we build a wooden skyscraper - Stefan Al Explore the viability of wooden skyscrapers and see how cross-laminated timber (CLT) helps make these once impossible structures possible. -- Towering [--] meters above the Norwegian countryside Mjstrnet is the worlds tallest wooden building made almost entirely from the trees of neighboring forests. But as recently as the end of the 20th century engineers thought it was impossible to build a wooden building over [--] stories tall. So how do wooden structures like this compare to steel and concrete skyscrapers Stefan Al investigates. Lesson by Stefan"
YouTube Link 2021-07-06T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"Whats the best country to live in Discover the shortcomings of using GDP to measure a countrys well-being and what alternatives can be used to gauge quality of life. -- Whats the best country to live in Is it the one with the best food The longest life expectancy The best weather For the past [--] years most governments have relied heavily on a single number: the Gross Domestic Product or GDP. But it was never intended for its current purpose; and some argue that we are addicted to making it grow. Explore the different ways countries measure quality of life. Directed by Xenia Galchin AIM"
YouTube Link 2022-06-30T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 778.5K engagements

"How does alcohol cause hangovers - Judy Grisel Discover how alcohol impacts your bodys processes and causes hangovers and find out what causes the most common hangover symptoms. -- The molecule responsible for hangovers is ethanol which we colloquially refer to as alcohol. Ethanol is present in all alcoholic beverages and generally speaking the more ethanol the greater the potential for a hangover. So how exactly does alcohol cause a hangover and is there any way to prevent one Judy Grisel explores the surprising ways that alcohol affects the body. Lesson by Judy Grisel directed by Anton"
YouTube Link 2022-07-05T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"The lovable (and lethal) sea lion - Claire Simeone Plunge into the oceans depths to take a closer look at the sea lions hunting skills and to learn more about how climate change is affecting its habitat. -- Sunning themselves on rocks or waddling awkwardly across the beach its easy to think of sea lions more as sea house cats. But dont be fooled by their beachside behavior. Under the waves sea lions are incredible endurance hunters reaching speeds of [--] miles an hour and hunting for up to [--] hours at a time. Claire Simeone dives into what makes these majestic mammals such resourceful"
YouTube Link 2019-05-28T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 526.7K engagements

"Who won the space race - Jeff Steers View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-was-the-point-of-the-space-race-jeff-steers On October [--] [----] the Soviet Union launched the satellite Sputnik and with it an international space race. The United States and the Soviet Union rushed to declare dominance of space for [--] years until the two countries agreed to a more collaborative model. The real winner Science. Jeff Steers describes the history -- and the benefits -- of the space race. Lesson by Jeff Steers animation by The Moving Company Animation Studio. Jeff Steers The Moving Company"
YouTube Link 2013-08-14T15:22Z 22.4M followers, 1.7M engagements

"Why is biodiversity so important - Kim Preshoff View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-is-biodiversity-so-important-kim-preshoff Our planets diverse thriving ecosystems may seem like permanent fixtures but theyre actually vulnerable to collapse. Jungles can become deserts and reefs can become lifeless rocks. What makes one ecosystem strong and another weak in the face of change Kim Preshoff details why the answer to a large extent is biodiversity. Lesson by Kim Preshoff animation by TED-Ed. TED TED-Ed TED Education TEDx Kim Preshoff Biodiversity Ecosystem diversity Species diversity"
YouTube Link 2015-04-20T15:04Z 22.4M followers, 4.6M engagements

""Jabberwocky": One of literature's best bits of nonsense Dive into Lewis Carrolls epic nonsense poem Jabberwocky from his novel "Through the Looking-Glass and What Alice Found There." -- As Alice wanders through the dreamscape of Looking-Glass Land in Lewis Carroll's "Through the Looking-Glass and What Alice Found There" she happens across a book written in an unintelligible language. Inside she discovers an epic poem filled with nonsense fearsome creatures and whimsical language. Dive into Carroll's legendary poem "Jabberwocky" and see if you can make sense of the nonsense. Poem by Lewis"
YouTube Link 2020-09-17T15:04Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"Do we really need pesticides - Fernan Prez-Glvez View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/do-we-really-need-pesticides-fernan-perez-galvez Annually we shower over [--] billion pounds of pesticides across the Earth to control insects unwanted weeds funguses rodents and bacteria that may threaten our food supply. But is it worth it knowing what we do about the associated environmental and public health risks Fernan Prez-Glvez weighs the pros and cons of pesticides. Lesson by Fernan Prez-Glvez animation by Mighty Oak. Fernan Perez Mighty Oak pesticides agricultural catastrophe food supply"
YouTube Link 2016-11-14T16:14Z 22.4M followers, 661.1K engagements

"The myth of the stolen eyeballs - Nathan D. Horowitz Discover the Siekopai myth of the air goblins spirits who fly and control the winds as they clash with the human world. -- Deep in the Amazon rainforest in the river Neaocoy lived a school of particularly big and tasty fish. When the rains came and the water rose the fish appeared and swam away as the waters fell. Villagers along the river followed them to a lagoon and set up camp. But their young shaman soon sensed they might not be completely alone. Nathan D. Horowitz details the Siekopai myth of the air goblins. Lesson by Nathan D."
YouTube Link 2020-10-05T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.5M engagements

"Whats the difference between a scientific law and theory - Matt Anticole View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-s-the-difference-between-a-scientific-law-and-theory-matt-anticole Chat with a friend about an established scientific theory and she might reply Well thats just a theory. But a conversation about an established scientific law rarely ends with Well thats just a law. Why is that What is the difference between a theory and a law. and is one better Matt Anticole shows why science needs both laws and theories to understand the whole picture. Lesson by Matt Anticole animation by"
YouTube Link 2015-11-19T15:41Z 22.4M followers, 2M engagements

"A day in the life of a martial artist in medieval China - Peter Lorge Follow Chu Hong a Chinese martial artist in training as he practices his skills and competes in an archery tournament. -- The year is [----] CE. Chu Hong's best friend Liang Gao tells him that the local magistrate has been spotted holding a surprise archery competition in a nearby town and will arrive at their village soon. This is Hongs chance to showcase his talents in martial arts and secure some much-needed money for his family. Peter Lorge outlines a day in the life of a Chinese martial artist. Lesson by Peter Lorge"
YouTube Link 2025-01-07T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 257.3K engagements

"Dark matter: The matter we can't see - James Gillies Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/dark-matter-the-matter-we-can-t-see-james-gillies The Greeks had a simple and elegant formula for the universe: just earth fire wind and water. Turns out there's more to it than that -- a lot more. Visible matter (and that goes beyond the four Greek elements) comprises only 4% of the universe. CERN scientist James Gillies tells us what accounts for the remaining 96% (dark matter and dark energy) and how we might go about detecting it."
YouTube Link 2013-05-03T15:05Z 22.4M followers, 3.2M engagements

"The paradox at the heart of mathematics: Gdel's Incompleteness Theorem - Marcus du Sautoy Explore Gdels Incompleteness Theorem a discovery which changed what we know about mathematical proofs and statements. -- Consider the following sentence: This statement is false. Is that true If so that would make the statement false. But if its false then the statement is true. This sentence creates an unsolvable paradox; if its not true and its not false what is it This question led a logician to a discovery that would change mathematics forever. Marcus du Sautoy digs into Gdels Incompleteness Theorem."
YouTube Link 2021-07-20T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 4.1M engagements

""The Second Coming" by William Butler Yeats An animated interpretation of William Butler Yeats's poem "The Second Coming" -- For an analysis of this poem watch this video: http://bit.ly/TEDEdYeatsAnalysis This animation is part of our series "There's a Poem for That" which features animated interpretations of poems both old and new that give language to some of life's biggest feelings. Check out the full series here: http://bit.ly/TEDEdTheresAPoemForThat Poem by William Butler Yeats directed by Eoin Duffy. Sign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter Support us on Patreon:"
YouTube Link 2019-02-02T16:11Z 22.4M followers, 466.9K engagements

"Which sunscreen should you choose - Mary Poffenroth View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/which-sunscreen-should-you-choose-mary-poffenroth Sunscreen comes in many forms each with its own impacts on your body and the environment. With so many options how do you choose which sunscreen is best for you To answer that question Mary Poffenroth explains how sunscreens work and compares different application methods SPFs and active ingredients to help you make the best choice. Lesson by Mary Poffenroth animation by Rob Kohr and Travis Spangler. Mary Poffenroth Rob Kohr Travis Spangler suncream"
YouTube Link 2016-08-01T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 569.7K engagements

"What is the shape of a molecule - George Zaidan and Charles Morton View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-is-the-shape-of-a-molecule-george-zaidan-and-charles-morton A molecule is nearly all empty space apart from the extremely dense nuclei of its atoms and the clouds of electrons that bond them together. When that molecule forms it arranges itself to maximize attraction of opposite charges and minimize repulsion of unlike. George Zaidan and Charles Morton shape our image of molecules. Lesson by George Zaidan and Charles Morton animation by Bevan Lynch"
YouTube Link 2013-10-17T15:09Z 22.4M followers, 350.3K engagements

"The operating system of life - George Zaidan and Charles Morton View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-operating-system-of-life-george-zaidan-and-charles-morton Humans octopi and pine trees alike are all made up of cells tiny but sophisticated systems that keep life going. Cells are almost like tiny factories run by robots with the nucleus DNA proteins lipids and vitamins and minerals all playing critical roles. George Zaidan and Charles Morton lay out the blueprint of a cell and explain how biochemistry binds all life together. Lesson by George Zaidan and Charles Morton animation by"
YouTube Link 2013-11-11T16:06Z 22.4M followers, 426.9K engagements

"Did Shakespeare write his plays - Natalya St. Clair and Aaron Williams View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/did-shakespeare-write-his-plays-natalya-st-clair-and-aaron-williams Some people question whether Shakespeare really wrote the works that bear his name or whether he even existed at all. Could it be true that the greatest writer in the English language was as fictional as his plays Natalya St. Clair and Aaron Williams show how a linguistic tool called stylometry might shed light on the answer. Lesson by Natalya St. Clair and Aaron Williams animation by Pink Kong Studios. TED"
YouTube Link 2015-02-24T16:05Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"Dead stuff: The secret ingredient in our food chain - John C. Moore View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/dead-stuff-the-secret-ingredient-in-our-food-chain-john-c-moore When you picture the lowest levels of the food chain you might imagine herbivores happily munching on lush living green plants. But this idyllic image leaves out a huge (and slightly less appetizing) source of nourishment: dead stuff. John C. Moore details the "brown food chain" explaining how such unlikely delicacies as pond scum and animal poop contribute enormous amounts of energy to our ecosystems. Lesson by John C."
YouTube Link 2014-03-20T15:07Z 22.4M followers, 895.9K engagements

"Can you solve the dragon jousting riddle - Alex Gendler Practice more problem-solving at https://brilliant.org/TedEd/ -- After years of war the worlds kingdoms have come to an agreement. Every five years teams representing the elves goblins and treefolk will compete in a grand tournament of dragon jousting. You have the important job of recording the scores for the inaugural tournament. But you overslept and the games are already underway. Can you figure out the real score of each match Alex Gendler shows how. Lesson by Alex Gendler directed by Artrake Studio. This riddle is adapted from a"
YouTube Link 2020-01-09T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.9M engagements

"Check your intuition: The birthday problem - David Knuffke View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/check-your-intuition-the-birthday-problem-david-knuffke Imagine a group of people. How big do you think the group would have to be before theres more than a 50% chance that two people in the group have the same birthday The answer is probably lower than you think. David Knuffke explains how the birthday problem exposes our often-poor intuition when it comes to probability. Lesson by David Knuffke animation by TED-Ed. TED TED-Ed TED Education TED Ed birthday birthday problem twins leap year"
YouTube Link 2017-05-04T17:09Z 22.4M followers, 3M engagements

"The woman who stared at the Sun - Alex Gendler Get to know the legacy of Hisako Koyama whose drawings of the Suns surface helped scientists reconstruct [---] years of sunspot activity. -- In [----] amateur astronomer Hisako Koyamas latest endeavor was sketching the Suns shifting surface. She spent weeks angling her telescope towards the Sun and tracking every change she saw with drawings. Little did she know these drawings were the start of one of the most important records of solar activity in human history. Alex Gendler details the incredible legacy of Koyama's work. Lesson by Alex Gendler"
YouTube Link 2021-05-24T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.4M engagements

"How one person saved over [----] children from the Nazis - Iseult Gillespie Get to know the story of Irena Sendler a social worker who saved over [----] Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto during WWII. -- In [----] Irena Sendler and Janina Grabowska froze when they heard Gestapo pounding on the front door. Knowing she was minutes from arrest Irena tossed Janina her most dangerous possession: a glass jar containing the names of over [----] Jewish children shed smuggled to safety from the Warsaw Ghetto. Who was this courageous woman Iseult Gillespie details the life and legacy of Irena Sendler."
YouTube Link 2021-06-28T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 2.2M engagements

"The life cycle of a cup of coffee - A.J. Jacobs Trace the globe-spanning journey of coffee as it goes from plant to brew and the complex infrastructure that makes it possible. -- How many people does it take to make a cup of coffee For many of us all it takes is a short walk and a quick pour. But this simple staple is the result of a globe-spanning process whose cost and complexity are far greater than you might imagine. AJ Jacobs traces the journey of this caffeinated elixir from seed to cup. Lesson by A.J. Jacobs directed by Biljana Labovic. Animation by Daniella Schnitzer Support Our"
YouTube Link 2021-01-04T16:28Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"Where will you be able to live in [--] years - Carol Farbotko and Ingrid Boas Explore how coastal communities are impacted by climate change and how theyre adapting to rising sea levels and extreme weather. -- Humanity has always adapted to changing weather and moved to regions that best support cultural lifestyles and livelihoods. However the rise in extreme weather is endangering coastal communities and even for those with the resources to take action the pace and nature of climate change has made it difficult to adapt. Carol Farbotko and Ingrid Boas dig into the challenges of climate"
YouTube Link 2021-10-12T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 580.5K engagements

"History's deadliest king - by Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja Dig into the Rubber Terror the period in which King Leopold IIs horrific regime in the Congo resulted in the deaths of [--] million people. -- In [----] Chief Lontulu laid [---] twigs in front of a foreign commission. Every twig represented a person in his village who died because of King Leopolds brutal regime in the Congo. His testimony joined hundreds of others to help bring an end to one of the greatest atrocities in human history. Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja details the horrific abuses of Leopolds occupation and looting of the Congo. Lesson"
YouTube Link 2021-07-08T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.8M engagements

"How Mendel's pea plants helped us understand genetics - Hortensia Jimnez Daz View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-mendel-s-pea-plants-helped-us-understand-genetics-hortensia-jimenez-diaz Each father and mother pass down traits to their children who inherit combinations of their dominant or recessive alleles. But how do we know so much about genetics today Hortensia Jimnez Daz explains how studying pea plants revealed why you may have blue eyes. Lesson by Hortensia Jimnez Daz animation by Cinematic Sweden. Hortensia Jimnez Daz Mendel Mendel pea plant TED-Ed TEDEducation TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2013-03-12T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 4.8M engagements

"Why is it so dangerous to step on a rusty nail - Louise Thwaites Explore how a toxin-producing bacterium causes tetanus and how to identify its common symptoms and best prevention practices. -- In the 5th century a ship master was suffering from a nasty infection that caused his jaws to press together his teeth to lock up and the muscles in his neck and spine to spasm. Today we know this account to be one the first recorded cases of tetanus. So what causes this peculiar infection Louise Thwaites explores how tetanus affects our bodies and how we can prevent it. Lesson by Louise Thwaites"
YouTube Link 2024-08-13T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 7.9M engagements

"Why are frogs disappearing - Kerry M. Kriger View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/disappearing-frogs-kerry-m-kriger Frogs (and amphibians in general) are in danger -- worldwide nearly one-third of the world's amphibian species are on the verge of extinction. And yet frogs contribute to our well-being in many important ways. Kerry M. Kriger describes why frogs are in trouble and how you can help save them. Lesson by Kerry M. Kriger animation by Simon Ampel. Kerry Kriger save the frogs frog climate change nature Simon Ampel TED TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation Kerry Kriger save the frogs frog"
YouTube Link 2013-09-16T15:37Z 22.4M followers, 408.2K engagements

""Ode to the Only Black Kid in the Class" poem by Clint Smith An animated interpretation of Clint Smith's poem "Ode to the Only Black Kid in the Class" -- Watch an interview with the poet here: https://youtu.be/xtGuRnYpYRM This animation is part of our series "There's a Poem for That" which features animated interpretations of poems both old and new that give language to some of life's biggest feelings. Check out the full series here: http://bit.ly/TEDEdTheresAPoemForThat Poem by Clint Smith directed by Niv Sekar. Sign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter Support us on Patreon:"
YouTube Link 2019-09-09T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 260K engagements

"How in vitro fertilization (IVF) works - Nassim Assefi and Brian A. Levine Explore the science of how in vitro fertilization (IVF) works and how it helps people struggling with infertility have babies. -- Infertility affects [--] in [--] couples worldwide. But in the last [--] years more than [--] million babies have been born using in vitro fertilization (IVF). How does it work Nassim Assefi and Brian A. Levine detail the science behind making a baby in a lab. Lesson by Nassim Assefi and Brian A. Levine animation by Kozmonot Animation Studio. Support Our Non-Profit Mission"
YouTube Link 2015-05-07T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 3.4M engagements

"The asteroid that almost wiped out life on Earth - Sean P. S. Gulick Dig into what happened after the Chicxulub asteroid hit the Earth and how it caused a mass extinction including dinosaurs. -- Sixty-six million years ago near whats now the Yucatn Peninsula a juvenile sauropod feasted on horsetail plants on a riverbank. Earth was a tropical planet. Behemoth and tiny dinosaurs alike soared its skies and roamed its lands while reptiles and tentacled ammonites swept its seas. But in an instant everything would change. Sean P. S. Gulick details one of Earth's most devastating periods. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2023-11-14T16:02Z 22.4M followers, 255.4K engagements

"Where we get our fresh water - Christiana Z. Peppard View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/where-we-get-our-fresh-water-christiana-z-peppard Fresh water accounts for only 2.5% of Earth's water yet it is vital for human civilization. What are our sources of fresh water In the first of a two part series on fresh water Christiana Z. Peppard breaks the numbers down and discusses who is using it and to what ends. Lesson by Christiana Z. Peppard animation by Jeremy Collins. Jeremy Collins Christiana Peppard water fresh water drinking ocean ground polar surface h2o TEDEducation TED-Ed TED Ed"
YouTube Link 2013-02-12T16:04Z 22.4M followers, 480.1K engagements

"Bird migration a perilous journey - Alyssa Klavans Explore why migration is so taxing and dangerous for birds and what ways we can help birds on their journey. -- Nearly [---] species of songbirds migrate south for winter some traveling up to [----] miles. No easy task the annual journey is dangerous to birds due to landscape change -- so much so that only half the birds that migrate south will return home for spring. Alyssa Klavans details why bird migration is so taxing and how we can assist our chirping friends. Lesson by Alyssa Klavans animation by Igor Coric. Sign up for our newsletter:"
YouTube Link 2013-09-17T15:12Z 22.4M followers, 282.2K engagements

"Father vs. Son: A journey into the underworld - Joseph Mbele Dig into the epic of Mwindo a boy seeking vengeance upon his power-hungry and murderous father who has fled to the underworld. -- If any of his wives ever birthed a son hed be killed immediately. That was the threat Shemwindo ruler of the village of Tubondo had delivered for he wanted all the power to himself. But he was about to meet his match and enter a rivalry that would take him to the underworld and back. Joseph Mbele shares the epic journey of Mwindo and his quest for vengeance. Lesson by Joseph Mbele directed by Raghav"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 121.8K engagements

"How big is the ocean - Scott Gass View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-big-is-the-ocean-scott-gass While the Earth's oceans are known as five separate entities there is really only one ocean. So how big is it As of [----] it takes up 71% of the Earth houses 99% of the biosphere and contains some of Earth's grandest geological features. Scott Gass reminds us of the influence humans have on the ocean and the influence it has on us. Lesson by Scott Gass animation by Sandro Katamashvili. Sandro Katamashvili Scott Gass Ocean One Ocean how big is the ocean biosphere Earth atlantic pacific"
YouTube Link 2013-06-24T15:09Z 22.4M followers, 3M engagements

"What is fat - George Zaidan View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-is-fat-george-zaidan As the narrative goes fat is bad. Well it's actually more nuanced than that. The type of fat you eat is more impactful on your health than the quantity. George Zaidan examines triglycerides the varied molecules that make up fat and how to identify which types of fat you are consuming. Lesson by George Zaidan animation by Igor Coric"
YouTube Link 2013-05-22T15:05Z 22.4M followers, 3.6M engagements

"This weird trick will help you summon an army of worms - Kenny Coogan Discover the tradition of worm grunting and find out why earthworms come to the surface when they sense vibrations in the earth. -- In the middle of Floridas Apalachicola National Forest a bizarre almost magical scene is unraveling. Sliding a metal strip over a wooden stake a master summoner is sending deep croaking noises reverberating throughout the area. And as if in a trance hundreds of earthworms begin emerging from the soil. Whats going on Kenny Coogan explores the tradition known as worm grunting. Lesson by Kenny"
YouTube Link 2022-07-26T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"Zora Neale Hurston's "Their Eyes Were Watching God" - Tanya Boucicaut Dig into Zora Neale Hurstons classic novel Their Eyes Were Watching God which follows Janie Crawford in her search for love and agency. -- Baritone thunder. Snarling winds. Consuming downpours. Okeechobee the hurricane of [----] forced many to flee their ruined communities. But for Janie Crawford it inspired an unexpected homecoming. So begins Zora Neale Hurstons acclaimed novel Their Eyes Were Watching God about a Black womans quest for love and agency. Tanya Boucicaut dives into this classic of the Harlem Renaissance."
YouTube Link 2021-10-14T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 366K engagements

"The continents are moving. When will they collide - Jean-Baptiste P. Koehl Dig into the science of plate tectonics to find out when the next supercontinent will emerge and how it could affect Earths environment. -- In the early 20th century Alfred Wegener's theory of Continental Drift laid the foundation for our modern theory of plate tectonics. And today we know something even more exciting: Pangea was only the latest in a long lineage of supercontinents and it wont be the last. Jean-Baptiste P. Koehl explores when the next supercontinent will emerge and what it might mean for Earths"
YouTube Link 2023-03-02T16:01Z 22.4M followers, 456K engagements

"How do oysters make pearls - Rob Ulrich Explore how oysters use calcium carbonate to create pearls and how this chemical compound creates a vast array of other materials. -- Despite their iridescent colors and smooth shapes pearls are actually made of the exact same material as the craggy shell that surrounds them. Pearls urchin spines the shells of mussels snails and clams even coral all these structures are made out of the same chemical compound: calcium carbonate. So how does this single ingredient form such a vast array of materials Rob Ulrich investigates. Lesson by Rob Ulrich directed"
YouTube Link 2022-11-15T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"The dangerous race for the South Pole - Elizabeth Leane Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-dangerous-and-daring-race-for-the-south-pole-elizabeth-leane By the early 1900s nearly every region of the globe had been visited and mapped with only two key locations left: the North and South Poles. After two Americans staked claim to reaching the North Pole a Norwegian explorer and a British naval officer each set out for the last unmapped region in what newspapers called a Race to the Pole. Elizabeth Leane sets the scene for"
YouTube Link 2018-12-10T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 404.8K engagements

"How did trains standardize time in the United States - William Heuisler View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-did-trains-standardize-time-in-the-united-states-william-heuisler If you live in the United States you may live in the Eastern Standard Time Zone. Or maybe you live in Mountain Standard Time or one of the other standardized time zones. But these time zones have not always been around. In fact it's a fairly recent development. William Heuisler explains the history of time and how trains changed everything. Lesson by William Heuisler animation by Flaming Medusa Studios Inc."
YouTube Link 2013-02-05T16:11Z 22.4M followers, 255.9K engagements

"The pleasure of poetic pattern - David Silverstein View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-pleasure-of-poetic-pattern-david-silverstein Humans are creatures of rhythm and repetition. From our breath to our gait: rhythm is central to our experience and often brings us pleasure. We can find pleasure in the rhythm of a song or even the rows of an orchard. Of course too much repetition can also backfire. David Silverstein describes what poetic repetition is and why it works. Lesson by David Silverstein animation by Avi Ofer. David Silverstein Avi Ofer Wonder Boy Audio Repetition in poetry"
YouTube Link 2016-06-02T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"What is color - Colm Kelleher Watch the whole lesson on http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-do-we-see-color-colm-kelleher Have you ever wondered what color is In this first installment of a series on light Colm Kelleher describes the physics behind colors-- why the colors we see are related to the period of motion and the frequency of waves. Lesson by Colm Kelleher animation by Vitreous. TEDEducation TED Ed TED-Ed Vitreous Colm Kelleher light physics color light and color physics visible spectrum what is TEDEducation TED Ed TED-Ed Vitreous Colm Kelleher light physics color light and color physics"
YouTube Link 2012-12-18T16:50Z 22.4M followers, 1.1M engagements

"4 different ways you can power a car Dig into which fuel gasoline electric biofuels or electrofuels is both affordable for consumers and sustainable for the planet. -- Historically most cars have run on gasoline but that doesnt have to be the case in the future: other liquid fuels and electricity can also power cars. So what are the differences between these options And which ones best Dig into which fuel gasoline electric biofuels or electrofuels is both affordable for consumers and sustainable for the planet. Directed by Lisa LaBracio. Animation and art direction by Kevin Herrmann AIM"
YouTube Link 2021-03-22T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 523K engagements

"What causes opioid addiction and why is it so tough to combat - Mike Davis Explore the science of why opioids are addictive and what can be done to reverse the growing rates of addiction and overdose. If you or someone you know is struggling with opioid use in the United States the Department of Health and Human Services operates a helpline (800-662-4357) and has a database of treatment facilities: https://www.hhs.gov/opioids/ -- In the 1980s and 90s pharmaceutical companies began to market opioid painkillers aggressively while actively downplaying their addictive potential. The number of"
YouTube Link 2020-05-07T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 3.1M engagements

"What is a calorie - Emma Bryce View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-is-a-calorie-emma-bryce We hear about calories all the time: How many calories are in this cookie How many are burned by doing [---] jumping jacks or long-distance running or fidgeting But what is a calorie really And how many of them do we actually need Emma Bryce explains how a few different factors should go into determining the recommended amount for each person. Lesson by Emma Bryce animation by Qa'ed Mai. Calories Food Nutrition Exercise Heat Measurement Energy Digestion Physical activity Basic functions"
YouTube Link 2015-07-13T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 5.3M engagements

"The first asteroid ever discovered - Carrie Nugent Check out all of TED-Ed's book recommendations: http://ed.ted.com/books Check out Carrie Nugent's "Asteroid Hunters": https://shop.ed.ted.com/collections/ted-ed-book-recommendations/products/asteroid-hunters View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-first-asteroid-ever-discovered-carrie-nugent Over the course of history weve discovered hundreds of thousands of asteroids. But how do astronomers discover these bits of rock and metal How many have they found And how do they tell asteroids apart Carrie Nugent shares the story of the very"
YouTube Link 2017-10-16T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 308.1K engagements

"The science of macaroni salad: What's in a mixture - Josh Kurz View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-science-of-macaroni-salad-what-s-in-a-mixture-josh-kurz What's in macaroni salad Break down the pasta mayonnaise vinegar mustard vegetables etc. and you're left with a bunch of molecules. Josh Kurz uses a delicious recipe to exemplify three types of mixtures (solution colloid and suspension) while reminding us that we're all made of the same stuff. Lesson and animation by Josh Kurz. macaroni salad how to make macaroni salad cooking recipe Josh Kurz chemistry colloid mixture"
YouTube Link 2013-07-31T15:04Z 22.4M followers, 704.2K engagements

"Is our universe the only universe - Brian Greene Is there more than one universe In this visually rich action-packed talk Brian Greene shows how the unanswered questions of physics (starting with a big one: What caused the Big Bang) have led to the theory that our own universe is just one of many in the "multiverse." Talk by Brian Greene. Brian Greene TED TED talk universe multiverse physics big bang what caused the big how many universes are there theory astrophysics TED-Ed Ed TEDEducation Brian Greene TED TED talk universe multiverse physics big bang what caused the big how many universes"
YouTube Link 2013-04-19T20:16Z 22.4M followers, 2.1M engagements

"How transistors work - Gokul J. Krishnan View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-transistors-work-gokul-j-krishnan Modern computers are revolutionizing our lives performing tasks unimaginable only decades ago. This was made possible by a long series of innovations but theres one foundational invention that almost everything else relies upon: the transistor. Gokul J. Krishnan describes what a transistor is and how this small device enables all the amazing things computers can do. Lesson by Gokul J. Krishna animation by Augenblick Studios. Gokul J Krishna Augenblick Studios Transistors"
YouTube Link 2016-06-06T15:09Z 22.4M followers, 983.5K engagements

"The meaning of life according to Simone de Beauvoir - Iseult Gillespie Explore the life and works of Simone de Beauvoir the author of The Second Sex and existentialist philosopher who influenced early feminist theory. -- At the age of [--] Simone de Beauvoir became the youngest person to take the philosophy exams at Frances most esteemed university. But as soon as she mastered the rules of philosophy she wanted to break them. Her desire to explore the physical world to its fullest would shape her life and eventually inspire radical new philosophies. Iseult Gillespie explores the life of the"
YouTube Link 2020-03-10T15:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"The man who lost his sense of touch - Antonio Cataldo Explore the science behind how your body and brain process different sensations like touch pain temperature and spatial awareness. -- We dont often think of touch as being a vital part of movement but touch is one part of a network that oversees all the sensations arising from the surface and interior of our bodies. Touch pain temperature and our spatial awareness are regulated by this system. So how exactly do our brains process these sensations And what happens when something goes wrong Antonio Cataldo investigates. Lesson by Antonio"
YouTube Link 2023-03-16T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 630.6K engagements

"The mathematical secrets of Pascals triangle - Wajdi Mohamed Ratemi View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-mathematical-secrets-of-pascal-s-triangle-wajdi-mohamed-ratemi Pascals triangle which at first may just look like a neatly arranged stack of numbers is actually a mathematical treasure trove. But what about it has so intrigued mathematicians the world over Wajdi Mohamed Ratemi shows how Pascal's triangle is full of patterns and secrets. Lesson by Wajdi Mohamed Ratemi animation by Henrik Malmgren. TED TED-Ed TED Animation TED Education TEDx Wajdi Ratemi Pascal's Triangle"
YouTube Link 2015-09-15T15:07Z 22.4M followers, 3.3M engagements

"The greatest TED Talk ever sold - Morgan Spurlock Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter With humor and persistence filmmaker Morgan Spurlock dives into the hidden but influential world of brand marketing on his quest to make a completely sponsored film about sponsorship. (And yes onstage naming rights for this talk were sponsored too. By whom and for how much He'll tell you.) Talk by Morgan Spurlock. Morgan Spurlock TED TED Talk TED-Ed Ed TEDEducation the greatest movie ever sold marketing product placement sponsorship Morgan Spurlock TED TED Talk"
YouTube Link 2013-03-15T20:09Z 22.4M followers, 5.9M engagements

"What are those floaty things in your eye - Michael Mauser Explore the science of the phenomenon of floaters those tiny blobs that swim across your field of vision. -- Sometimes against a uniform bright background such as a clear sky or a blank computer screen you might see things floating across your field of vision. What are these moving objects and how are you seeing them Michael Mauser explains the visual phenomenon that is floaters. Lesson by Michael Mauser animation by Reflective Films. Sign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter Support us on Patreon:"
YouTube Link 2014-12-01T16:20Z 22.4M followers, 23.1M engagements

"The poet who painted with his words - Genevive Emy View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-one-french-poet-combined-poetry-and-visual-art-genevieve-emy Among the great poets of literary history certain names like Homer Shakespeare and Whitman are instantly recognizable. However theres an early 20th century great poet whose name you may not know: Guillaume Apollinaire. Genevive Emy shows how during Apollinaires short lifetime he created poetry that combined text and image in a way that seemingly predicted a artistic revolution to come. Lesson by Genevive Emy animation by TED-Ed."
YouTube Link 2016-03-21T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 380.1K engagements

"Why should you read Fahrenheit [---] - Iseult Gillespie Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an animation: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-should-you-read-fahrenheit-451-iseult-gillespie Ray Bradburys novel imagines a world where books are banned- and possessing let alone reading them is forbidden.The protagonist Montag is a fireman responsible for destroying what remains. The story raises the question: how can you preserve your mind in a society where free will self-expression and curiosity are under fire Iseult Gillespie examines what makes"
YouTube Link 2019-01-22T15:59Z 22.4M followers, 4.2M engagements

"Is plant-based meat actually better for you - Carolyn Beans Explore the differences between farmed meat plant-based meat and lab-grown meat and find out which is best for you and the planet. -- In [----] a survey of over [----] Americans found that nearly two-thirds had eaten plant-based meat alternatives in the past year. Many cited potential health and environmental benefits as their motivation. But are these alternative meats actually better for us and the planet Carolyn Beans investigates the differences between farmed meat plant-based meat and lab-grown meat. Lesson by Carolyn Beans directed"
YouTube Link 2023-08-22T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 654.4K engagements

"How do geckos defy gravity - Eleanor Nelsen View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-do-geckos-defy-gravity-eleanor-nelsen Geckos arent covered in adhesives or hooks or suction cups and yet they can effortlessly scale vertical walls and hang from ceilings. Whats going on Eleanor Nelsen explains how geckos phenomenal feet allow them to defy gravity. Lesson by Eleanor Nelsen animation by Marie-Louise Hjer Jensen. TED TED-Ed TED Education Eleanor Nelsen Gecko Feet Climbing Charges Positive charge Negative charge Intermolecular forces Nuclei Van der waals forces Particles Chemistry Physics"
YouTube Link 2015-03-30T15:04Z 22.4M followers, 1.6M engagements

"The mighty mathematics of the lever - Andy Peterson and Zack Patterson View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-mighty-mathematics-of-the-lever-andy-peterson-and-zack-patterson Archimedes once said Give me a place to stand and I shall move the Earth. While the idea of a person moving such a huge mass on their own might sound impossible chances are youve seen this idea in action at your local playground. Andy Peterson and Zack Patterson use the seesaw to illustrate the amazing implications and uses of the lever. Lesson by Andy Peterson and Zack Patterson animation by The Moving Company"
YouTube Link 2014-11-18T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"Why do Americans and Canadians celebrate Labor Day -Kenneth C. Davis View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-do-americans-and-canadians-celebrate-labor-day-kenneth-c-davis In the United States and Canada the first Monday of September is a federal holiday Labor Day. Originally celebrated in New York City's Union Square in [----] Labor Day was organized by unions as a rare day of rest for the overworked during the Industrial Revolution. Kenneth C. Davis illustrates the history of Labor Day from Union Square to today. Lesson by Kenneth C. Davis animation by TED-Ed. TED Ed TEDEducation"
YouTube Link 2013-08-30T15:12Z 22.4M followers, 655.8K engagements

"Can you solve the sea monster riddle - Dan Finkel Practice more problem-solving at https://brilliant.org/TedEd/ -- According to legend once every thousand years a host of sea monsters emerges from the depths to demand tribute from the floating city of Atlantartica. As the ruler of the city youd always dismissed the stories until today when they rose out of the roiling waters surrounded your city and demanded a ransom of pearls. Can you figure out which chest of pearls is the ransom Dan Finkel shows how. Lesson by Dan Finkel directed by Artrake Studio. Animator's website:"
YouTube Link 2020-04-02T14:59Z 22.4M followers, 3M engagements

"Why was the Rosetta Stone so important - Franziska Naether Dig into how scholars decoded the writing on the Rosetta Stone and how this helped them understand ancient hieroglyphs. -- For centuries scholars puzzled over the hieroglyphs they found carved onto ancient Egyptian ruins tablets and papyri. But in [----] a unique discovery would finally help unlock their meaning. It was a stone inscribed with three different texts: Egyptian Hieroglyphs Demotic Egyptian and Ancient Greek. Franziska Naether shares how scholars decoded the ancient message of the Rosetta Stone. Lesson by Franziska Naether"
YouTube Link 2024-03-14T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 796.9K engagements

"The truth about bats - Amy Wray From plant pollination to pest control explore how bats contribute to ecosystems and the importance of protecting bats to reduce the risk of transmitting disease. -- What flies through the night silently guarding and protecting our world from evil Batman Try. a bat. Like Batman bats are widely misunderstood and vilified. Amy Wray disproves the myth that bats are dangerous villains and explains why they instead deserve a hero's welcome -- and our protection. Lesson by Amy Wray animation by TED-Ed. Sign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter Support"
YouTube Link 2014-12-16T16:04Z 22.4M followers, 1.9M engagements

"Why do we have to wear sunscreen - Kevin P. Boyd View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-do-we-have-to-wear-sunscreen-kevin-p-boyd You already know that a trip to the beach can give you a nasty sunburn but the nitty gritty of sun safety is actually much more complex. Wrinkle-causing UVA rays and burn-inducing UVB's can pose a serious risk to your health (and good looks). So what can you do Kevin P. Boyd makes the case to slap on some physical or chemical SPF daily. Lesson by Kevin P. Boyd animation by Andrew Foerster. Andrew Foerster Kevin P. Boyd UVA UVB sunscreen SPF importance of"
YouTube Link 2013-08-06T15:13Z 22.4M followers, 2.5M engagements

"Is it bad to hold your pee - Heba Shaheed Check out our Patreon page: patreon.com/teded View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/is-it-bad-to-hold-your-pee-heba-shaheed Humans should urinate at least four to six times a day but occasionally the pressures of modern life force us to clench and hold it in. How bad is this habit and how long can our bodies withstand it Heba Shaheed takes us inside the bladder to find out. Lesson by Heba Shaheed animation by Artrake Studio. Heba Shaheed Artrak Studio Bladder what does the bladder do kidneys pelvic floor urethra urine body waste ureters how full"
YouTube Link 2016-10-10T15:02Z 22.4M followers, 9.6M engagements

"The world's English mania - Jay Walker View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-world-s-english-mania-jay-walker Jay Walker explains why two billion people around the world are trying to learn English. He shares photos and spine-tingling audio of Chinese students rehearsing English -- "the world's second language" -- by the thousands. Talk by Jay Walker. speak English Jay Walker TED TED Talk TEDEducation Ed TED-Ed speak English Jay Walker TED TED Talk TEDEducation Ed TED-Ed"
YouTube Link 2013-03-01T21:10Z 22.4M followers, 590.9K engagements

"How long will human impacts last - David Biello Check out all of TED-Ed's book recommendations: http://ed.ted.com/books Check out David Biello's "The Unnatural World": https://shop.ed.ted.com/collections/ted-ed-book-recommendations/products/the-unnatural-world View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-long-will-human-impacts-last-david-biello Imagine aliens land on Earth a million years from now. What will these curious searchers find of us They will find what geologists scientists and other experts are increasingly calling the Anthropocene or new age of mankind. David Biello explains"
YouTube Link 2017-12-04T16:06Z 22.4M followers, 872.5K engagements

"How menstruation works - Emma Bryce View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-menstruation-works-emma-bryce Made in partnership with the Always #LikeAGirl campaign. At this moment three hundred million women across the planet are experiencing the same thing: a period. The monthly menstrual cycle that gives rise to the period is a reality that most women on Earth will go through in their lives. But why is this cycle so universal And what makes it a cycle in the first place Emma Bryce gives a primer on periods. Lesson by Emma Bryce animation by Kozmonot Animation Studio. Kozmonot"
YouTube Link 2016-01-12T15:59Z 22.4M followers, 2.3M engagements

"Can you solve the locker riddle - Lisa Winer View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/can-you-solve-the-locker-riddle-lisa-winer Your rich eccentric uncle just passed away and you and your [--] nasty relatives have been invited to the reading of his will. He wanted to leave all of his money to you but he knew that if he did your relatives would pester you forever. Can you solve the riddle he left for you and get the inheritance Lisa Winer shows how. Lesson by Lisa Winer animation by Artrake Studio. Lisa Winer Artrake Studios Locker Riddle Problem Solving Riddle Solving Math in real life TED"
YouTube Link 2016-03-28T15:03Z 22.4M followers, 12.1M engagements

"Why certain naturally occurring wildfires are necessary - Jim Schulz View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/why-wildfires-are-necessary-jim-schulz Our early ancestors relied on lightning to cause forest fires from which they could collect coals and burning sticks to help them cook food and clear land. Yet it wasnt just humans who benefited from these natural phenomena. Even as they destroyed trees fires also helped the forests themselves. Jim Schulz outlines the benefits of wildfire. Lesson by Jim Schulz animation by Provincia Studio. Jim Schulz Provincia Studio wildfire forest fire"
YouTube Link 2016-02-02T15:59Z 22.4M followers, 1.7M engagements

"The Japanese myth of the trickster raccoon - Iseult Gillespie Dive into the Japanese myth of the shape-shifting tanuki as the raccoon-like creature rewards a traveling salesman for his kindness. -- On the dusty roads of a small village a traveling salesman was having difficulty selling his wares. As he wandered the outskirts of town in the hopes of finding some new customers he heard a high-pitched yelp coming from the edge of the forest. Following the screams to their source he discovered a trapped tanuki. Iseult Gillespie details the Japanese myth of the shape-shifting creature. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2021-01-25T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.2M engagements

"Notes of a native son: The world according to James Baldwin - Christina Greer James Baldwin was an American novelist and social critic whose essays in Notes of a Native Son explored race sex and class distinctions. -- In the 1960s the FBI amassed almost [----] documents in an investigation into one of Americas most celebrated minds. The subject of this inquiry was a writer named James Baldwin one of the best-selling Black authors in the world at the time. What made him loom so large in the imaginations of both the public and the authorities Christina Greer explores the life and works of James"
YouTube Link 2019-02-12T16:00Z 22.4M followers, 1.3M engagements

"How a single-celled organism almost wiped out life on Earth - Anusuya Willis Discover how a single-celled organism caused the first mass extinction in Earths history and paved the way for complex life. -- Theres an organism that changed the world. It caused the first mass extinction in Earths history and also paved the way for complex life. How Anusuya Willis explains how cyanobacteria simple organisms that dont even have nuclei or any other organelles wrote a pivotal chapter in the story of life on Earth. Lesson by Anusuya Willis animation by Augenblick Studios. Sign up for our newsletter:"
YouTube Link 2016-08-11T15:10Z 22.4M followers, 2.8M engagements

"Can you solve the seven planets riddle - Edwin F. Meyer Practice more problem-solving at https://brilliant.org/TedEd/ Solution to the bonus riddle mentioned at the end: https://brilliant.org/TedEdTitanic/ Your interstellar police squad has tracked a group of criminals to a cluster of seven planets. Now you must apprehend them before their reinforcements arrive. Of course the fugitives wont just stay put theyll try to dodge you by moving from planet to planet. Can you devise a sequence for searching the planets thats guaranteed to catch them in ten warps or less Edwin F. Meyer shows how."
YouTube Link 2018-02-26T16:02Z 22.4M followers, 4.7M engagements

"Where does energy come from - George Zaidan and Charles Morton View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/all-of-the-energy-in-the-universe-is-george-zaidan-and-charles-morton The energy in the universe never increases or decreases -- but it does move around a lot. Energy can be potential (like a stretched-out rubber band waiting to snap) or kinetic (like the molecules that vibrate within any substance). And though we can't exactly see it every time we cook dinner or shiver on a cold night we know it's there. George Zaidan and Charles Morton get excited about energy. Lesson by George Zaidan"
YouTube Link 2013-11-12T16:11Z 22.4M followers, 502.4K engagements

"The most lightning-struck place on Earth - Graeme Anderson View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-most-lightning-struck-place-on-earth-graeme-anderson Lake Maracaibo is the stormiest place on the planet. Thunderstorms rage above this massive body of water for up to [---] days of the year with each ear-splitting event lasting for several hours. But why Graeme Anderson lists the factors that create Lake Maracaibo's seemingly ever-lasting storms. Lesson by Graeme Anderson animation by D. Lee Peffer II. D. Lee Peffer II Graeme Anderson Lake Maracaibo lightning weather storms D. Lee Peffer"
YouTube Link 2016-01-28T16:11Z 22.4M followers, 589.1K engagements

"The science of imagination - Andrey Vyshedskiy View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-neuroscience-of-imagination-andrey-vyshedskiy Imagine for a second a duck teaching a French class. A ping-pong match in orbit around a black hole. A dolphin balancing a pineapple. You probably havent actually seen any of these things. But you could imagine them instantly. How does your brain produce an image of something youve never seen Andrey Vyshedskiy details the neuroscience of imagination. Lesson by Andrey Vyshedskiy animation by Toms Pichardo-Espaillat. Andrey Vyshedskiy Toms"
YouTube Link 2016-12-12T16:07Z 22.4M followers, 921.9K engagements

"The mysterious science of pain - Joshua W. Pate Explore the biological and psychological factors that influence how we experience pain and how our nervous system reactions to harmful stimuli. -- In [----] the British Medical Journal published a report about a builder who accidentally jumped onto a nail which pierced straight through his steel-toed boot. He was in such agonizing pain that any movement was unbearable. But when the doctors took off his boot they discovered that the nail had never touched his foot at all. Whats going on Joshua W. Pate investigates the experience of pain. Lesson by"
YouTube Link 2019-05-20T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 2M engagements

"What are stem cells - Craig A. Kohn Learn about the science of stem cells and how these incredible transforming cells could lead to personalized medicine for individual bodies. -- Is personalized medicine for individual bodies in our future Possibly -- with the use of stem cells undifferentiated cells with the power to become any tissue in our bodies. Craig A. Kohn describes the role of these incredible transforming cells and how scientists are harnessing their medical potential. Lesson by Craig A. Kohn animation by Qa'ed Mai. Sign up for our newsletter: http://bit.ly/TEDEdNewsletter Support"
YouTube Link 2013-09-10T15:32Z 22.4M followers, 2.2M engagements

"The solution to our energy problems is a toaster - Rachel Yang Dig into the science of thermal batteries and how this technology can generate heat more efficiently than fossil fuels. -- Industrial manufacturers spend a huge amount of energy generating heat to make everyday materials and objects like cement steel and paper. And since most companies use fossil fuels to reach these high temperatures industrial heat accounts for 20% of our annual global carbon pollution. Thankfully this is where a century-old technology comes in. Rachel Yang explores how heat batteries work. Lesson by Rachel Yang"
YouTube Link 2025-03-11T15:01Z 22.4M followers, 271K engagements

"Why work doesn't happen at work - Jason Fried Jason Fried has a radical theory of working: that the office isn't a good place to do it. In his talk he lays out the main problems (call them the M&Ms) and offers three suggestions to make work work. (Filmed at TEDxMidWest.) Talk by Jason Fried. occupation job work office TED TEDx TEDxMidWest Jason Fried TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation occupation job work office TED TEDx TEDxMidWest Jason Fried TED-Ed TED Ed TEDEducation"
YouTube Link 2013-07-10T20:38Z 22.4M followers, 94.6K engagements

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