Key Figures in Computer Science - Donald Watts Davis's groundbreaking contributions include packet switching, which led to internet protocols, computer networks, and the World Wide Web [2][3] - Davis is credited with the first use of AI agents in computer programming [3] The Impact of Information Packaging - Packet switching allows information to be broken down into smaller chunks (packets) for transmission and reassembly, a concept central to digital communications [4] - The internet and the World Wide Web, facilitated by packet switching, have ironically enabled the spread of misinformation and alternative narratives [10] The Challenge of Misinformation - The rise of flat-earthers illustrates a distrust of scientific institutions and a preference for self-sourced information, facilitated by the internet [7][8] - This phenomenon highlights a shift in the power-knowledge dynamic, where knowledge is no longer centrally controlled [8] Generative AI and Education - Large language models (LLMs) possess the ability to generate human-like text, but their comprehension is limited to a corpus of online text, primarily from the English-speaking world [12][13] - LLMs in education may short-circuit students' ability to learn, think critically, and struggle with problem-solving, prioritizing convenience over genuine learning [16][17] - Students may shift from solving problems to reproducing solutions provided by LLMs, hindering the development of essential skills [18] Democratization of Knowledge vs Learning - The digital age presents a double-edged sword: the democratization of knowledge alongside potential downsides to human learning [21][22] - Students' reliance on LLMs reflects a sentiment of not needing academic instruction, drawing a parallel to the self-reliance of flat-earthers [20]

I have been a sound engineer for the last 20 odd years. Um, and in the recent 5 years, I've got more into creating soundsscapes for relaxing. I'm also quite dyslexic, so for me on the for saying things off the cusp and in the moment is quite tricky.So, we've got I think Clive has some questions that he'd like to ask me just to put me in the zone to start with and then I'll flow from there. >> How did sound become important in your life. >> I can remember um looking back quite far to being a child um and my ...

Dopamine is very much seen as the the happy drug. Um you hear them people talking about the dopamine hit, you know, which very much describes the sort of the lighting up of a specific part of the brain during that sort of heady sensation of uh reward and pleasure that's mediated then by this neurotransmitter in our brain then called um uh dopamine. But how do we get a dopamine hit. you know, how do how do we actually bring that about.And I think probably everybody in this room has a fair notion of the sorts ...

Problem Statement & Background - Mental health service referrals for children in England increased by 71% compared to pre-pandemic levels [2] - 212% of children in England were classified as persistently absent from school [3] - Students are perceived as more stressed, anxious, and distracted [3] - Traditional education may stifle confidence and curiosity [6] - Exam stress, even at a young age (e g, 10 years old), can have serious consequences [8] Proposed Solution & Methodology - Mindset skills can be taught to improve calm, confidence, and consistency [2] - The "dropping" technique (sigh, shrug, and drop) combined with deep breathing can promote calm [14][15] - The ABC tool (Allow, Breathe, Change) helps reframe negative thoughts and build confidence [20][21] - The "just for now, just this" hack encourages consistency by focusing on small, manageable tasks [24][25] Supporting Evidence & Results - A study by the OECD involving 600,000 students across 78 countries showed that students with a growth mindset scored higher in reading, maths, and science, experienced less fear of failure, and reported greater life satisfaction [22][23] - A trial showed a 44% increase in student confidence after coaching, compared to a 12% increase in a control group [31][32] - The academic self-efficacy scale is used to measure self-confidence for learning [29][30] Caveats & Considerations - Mindfulness-based techniques have great potential but are difficult to teach well and require student buy-in [17][18] - Building rapport and trust is essential for students to engage with the techniques effectively [19] - Some individuals with ADHD or autism may find it harder to get started or stay focused [28]

Sustainability & Environmental Impact - 2024 was the warmest year on record, highlighting the urgency of climate action [1] - The company aims for a net-zero practice by measuring, reducing, offsetting, improving, and repeating their sustainability efforts [6][9] - The company calculated its combined baseline footprint for 2023, covering art practices and household emissions [10] - In 2024, the company offset more total carbon than it created through energy generation, land development, and advocacy programs, achieving a net-zero year [32][33] - The company planted approximately 1,600 trees and shrubs, with 90% being native to Pembrichshire, to improve biodiversity [23] Operational Changes & Innovations - The company transitioned to a sustainable glass studio in Wales, focusing on generating its own power and decarbonizing its practices [6][9] - The company redesigned and rebuilt the furnace to improve efficiency and reduce propane usage [19] - The company adopted batch working, melting glass only when needed, to reduce propane consumption [20] - The company utilizes solar, wind, and other renewable energy sources to power the workshop and house [18] Community Engagement & Awareness - The company collaborated with a gallery owner to organize an event for World Ocean Day, raising awareness about seagrass and its role in climate change mitigation [27][28] - The company creates work for UK river action groups, advocating for clean waterways [25]

When I spoke to young people about the fact that I've been asked to do this TED talk, they asked me to talk about their voices. They wanted me to uh to share learning that I've had to share their message that they really can make change in their communities. So, a bit about me.I'm Becca. As Clive said, I am 27 and I grew up in a little village on the outskirts of Cardigan in South Kadikon. Now, if you were to ask me to describe Cardigan now as an old person, I did say old person.Um, young people think that ...

So imagine you close your eyes and open them again in 30 years. What would you be happy to see. Let's imagine a more beautiful world.So I'll start with a quote. It's 3:23 in the morning and I can't sleep because my great great grandchildren asked me in my dreams, "What did I do while the earth was unraveling?" What did we do while the earth was unraveling. That's a quote from Drew Dillinger, which I read in the book, The Good Ancestor.by Roman Karik. What did we do while the earth was unraveling. What are w ...

[music] [cheering] [applause] A mentor is someone who unlocks potential. They build and uplift. More times than not, they enter into our lives without acknowledgment and exit without demanding applause. Prior, I might have said I've never had a mentor. And perhaps I would be right given the fact that those who have been instrumental in my life might prefer or refer to themselves by other titles. Friend, spiritual teacher, professor, muse, perhaps even lover. all strategically placed into my life by whom I b ...

[music] If you guys want to see generational trauma in action, try telling your Chinese mom you're not hungry. Or worse, refuse a dumpling at Lunar New Year. Hi everyone, I'm Katie Chin.Maybe you recognize me from TV or cooking at the White House under the Obama administration or from my onewoman show. Holy shitake, a rock star is born. [laughter] But I'm going to let you guys in on a little secret.I could never have achieved these milestones if I had let my demons stand in my way. And believe it or not, it ...

[music] The pandemic co it stopped the world. Over a period of three years 15 million people died and destroyed many families. But thank God it's over.Unfortunately now we are in a bigger part pandemic and that name of the pandemic is chronic inflammation. It's also called as a silent pandemic because most of us haven't heard about it. And sadly, it's also more devastating than the COVID pandemic.And here are the numbers so you get a perspective. COVID killed 5 million people a year. But chronic inflammatio ...