Brain Computer Interface (BCI) Technology & Spinal Cord Injuries - The University of Chicago is conducting a study using Brain Computer Interface (BCI) technology to help people with spinal cord injuries, collaborating with the University of Pittsburgh and Northwestern University [1] - The goal of the study is to restore motor control and sensation to people with spinal cord injuries who have lost function of a hand or limb, with the hope of restoring independence [1] - BCI technology allows a participant to control a robotic arm and hand merely by thinking about it, with sensory feedback enabling the user to feel and sense the correct force needed to pick up objects [1] Impact & Statistics - In the US, there are 180,000 people with tetraplegia and 58,000 people with major arm amputations [3] - As of the time of the report, only 670 people have flown into outer space, while only 70 people have had electrodes implanted on their brains for things like speech, vision, and motor control [4] - Only 10 people have both motor control with sensory feedback via brain implants, highlighting the rarity and advancement of the technology [4] Funding & Purpose - The brain computer interface study was funded through the Department of Defense back in 2005 [4] - The goal of the funding was to help veterans of war who may have lost a hand, limb, or become quadriplegic [4] - BCI technology offers the possibility for people with limitations to operate computers and control devices, instilling a renewed belief and independence [4]

Environmental Impact of Quagga Mussels - The quagga mussel, an invasive species, originated from the Black Sea and has spread to North American Great Lakes and European waters, including Switzerland [1] - A single adult quagga mussel can produce up to 1 million larvae per year, leading to a population estimated at 300,000 tonnes [2] - In some areas of Lake Geneva (Léman), over 20,000 individuals per square meter have been counted [5] - Quagga mussels colonize various substrates, obstruct lacustrine pipes, threatening drinking water and hydrothermal energy supplies, potentially costing hundreds of millions [7] - The mussels' filtration activities deplete phytoplankton, impacting the food chain and potentially causing ecosystem collapse [8][9] - Increased water clarity due to filtration promotes the growth of potentially toxic aquatic plants and reduces oxygen levels, leading to botulism outbreaks and mass mortality of fish and birds [10] - A study predicts a 20-fold increase in quagga mussel populations in Swiss lakes by 2045, potentially leading to toxic algae blooms, shell-covered shores, and the disappearance of fish species [11] Mitigation and Solutions - Instead of eradication, a new paradigm focuses on cohabitation with quagga mussels through a systemic approach [16] - An AI algorithm is used to assess the extent of the problem and prioritize protection zones, such as fish spawning areas [18] - Existing robotic technology is adapted to collect quagga mussels in lacustrine environments [21] - A transformation process has been developed to valorize the collected mussels, with shells used as a regenerative alternative to non-renewable fossil limestone and the mussel flesh converted into biogas [22][23][24]

Project Management & Cognitive Bias - The talk explores the "planning fallacy," a cognitive bias leading to underestimation of time and effort required for projects [1] - It emphasizes learning from mistakes, managing unforeseen events, and enjoying the creative process [1] - The talk suggests that accepting uncertainty and imperfection is crucial for progress [1] Practical Application & Key Takeaways - The speaker shares four keys to learn from errors, manage unexpected events and enjoy the creative process [1] - The talk advocates for flexibility and learning as vital skills [1] - It highlights the importance of being prepared for chaos rather than avoiding it [1] Research & Analysis - The research analyzes the planning fallacy and its impact on academic and daily life [1] - It suggests that recognizing this bias can lead to more realistic expectations and better project management [1]

Education Philosophy - Emphasizes motivation over grades in learning [1] - Views mistakes as opportunities for growth, not failures [1] - Advocates for valuing the learning process over solely the outcome [1] - Promotes curiosity and trust between teachers and students [1] - Criticizes a system that penalizes errors and stifles creativity [1] Professor's Background - David López, a professor with 35 years of teaching experience at UPC (Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya) [1] - Professor in the Department of Computer Architecture at the Barcelona School of Informatics at UPC [1] - Has combined research in education with teaching innovation for over three decades [1] - Former director of the Institute of Educational Sciences at UPC [1] - Instrumental in creating the first doctoral program in Engineering, Science, and Technology Education in Spain and one of the first in Europe at UPC [1] - Awarded the AENUI Prize for Quality and Teaching Innovation, the UPC Prize for Quality in University Teaching, the Jaume Vicens Vives Distinction, and the Ramon Llull Prize from SCIE–BBVA Foundation for his research and education career [1] Key Advocacy - Advocates for transmitting ethics, sustainability, and critical thinking in technology education, beyond just teaching code [1] - Believes education should be a dialogue, not a monologue [1] - Aims to inspire and empower individuals through education to drive social change [1]

नमस्कार मेरा नाम संदीप भारद्वाज इतना ऊंचा बोलने की जरूरत नहीं है शायद मैं हरियाणा से हूं तो वो टोन नेचुरल है माफ कीजिएगा तो छोटी सी कहानी है वीरप्पन तक पहुंचने का मेरा सफर उससे पहले मैं बहुत सारे स्टूडेंट्स हैं हर किसी को यह लगता है हर्डल हर्डल हर्डल कहां है हार्डल. आप ढूंढेंगे तो हार्डल है। आप अगर उसको मानेंगे ही नहीं कि हार्डल है तो नहीं है। मैं कल मैं कुछ लोगों के साथ में शेयर भी किया था ये। मैं सभी स्टूडेंट्स को बोलना चाहता हूं कि आप जिस चीज को हार्डल समझते हैं आप आपको अगर मैं उससे बड़ा हार्डल यहीं की य ...

Stroke Incidence and Impact - One in five individuals will experience a stroke in their lifetime [1] - In Spain, over 100,000 people suffer a stroke each year [1] - Stroke is the second leading cause of death in men and the leading cause in women in Spain [1] Ischemic Penumbra and Treatment - The ischemic penumbra is the area of the brain at risk of dying after a stroke, but potentially recoverable [4][5][7] - Recanalizing the blocked artery can "recharge" the brain cells in the penumbra [6][7] - Technology allows measurement of the dead (red) and at-risk (green) areas of the brain after a stroke [8] Stroke Treatment Advancements - Thrombolytic drugs accelerate the natural process of breaking up blood clots [10] - Mechanical thrombectomy, involving the physical removal of clots, was approved in 2015 and implemented in Albacete [20][21][22] - Albacete has performed at least 150 mechanical thrombectomies annually since 2015 [23] Code Stroke System - A "code stroke" system was implemented to ensure rapid transport and treatment of stroke patients [11][12] - The code stroke system in Castilla Mancha was extended to the entire region by 2008 [12]

Child Welfare Issues - The report highlights that 1 in 5 adults in France believe they experienced serious maltreatment as children [5] - Sexual exploitation of minors in France has increased by 68% in the last 5 years, with 10,000 children affected, 8,000 of whom live in social care homes [19] - 3,350 children identified as being in danger are waiting weeks to years for rescue, and this number is increasing [20] - 77% of children's judges admit to having given up placing a child due to lack of available placements [20] Systemic Problems in Child Protection - The child protection system, which affects approximately 400,000 children in France, faces challenges in providing stable placements, with children changing placements an average of five times [10][15] - Placement breakdowns lead to situations where children are on waiting lists and become homeless, as experienced by the speaker at age 16 [17] - The current system often places children in care due to parental issues, rather than addressing the root causes within the family [8] Call to Action - The report emphasizes the importance of reporting suspected child endangerment via the free 24/7 hotline 119 [22] - Early reporting is crucial to prevent long-term physical, psychological, and sexual health consequences for maltreated children, who are at higher risk for various diseases and suicide [22] - The report encourages individual and collective responsibility through awareness, engagement with associations, and participation in elections to support vulnerable children [23][24]

Land Degradation & Restoration Opportunity - 50% of the land in Badwani district is unproductive due to water erosion, reflecting a widespread issue across India [1] - India has 100 million hectares (247 million acres) of land suitable for restoration through forest protection and landscape restoration [3] - Restoration has the potential to improve incomes for 700 million people in India who depend on the land [3][17] - Restoration could sequester 3 to 42 billion tons of above-ground carbon by 2040, aiding India in meeting its NDC commitments [3][17] Restoration Approach & Implementation - Restoration involves landscape principles, topography, and geology, considering both development and conservation [4] - Interventions should be community-driven and locally led, adapting to each village's unique challenges and ecology [6][5] - An integrated approach to restoration includes soil moisture conservation, water holding structures, tree-based interventions, and sustainable agriculture [7] - The "right place, right use, right species" mantra guides the selection of forestry plantations (slopes > 25%), horticulture (slopes 10-15%), riparian restoration, open grasslands, and agroforestry [8] - Local wisdom, knowledge, leaders, self-help groups, and farmer producer organizations are crucial for driving implementation [9] Scaling Restoration Efforts - Simplifying landscape restoration plans, codifying them, and making them accessible to local institutions is necessary [13] - Leveraging technology, including geospatial technologies and citizen science tools, is essential for measuring improvements in biodiversity, soil health, and carbon capture [14] - Unlocking working capital and low-interest debt for small enterprises can spur local economies [15]

So um first of all good afternoon everyone and uh happy to see that some people are still here which is good news for the speakers who are in the second half. I heard some amazing perspectives and you know thoughts that came through lot of you. So thank you for sharing an amazing uh perspective on the pressure paradox. Um I'm going to take a very different take on this topic today. I'm going to take you through something which is very philosophical, clinical and based on actual life experience. At the early ...

Oops. Right. So, I'm doing something right now that most of you might not have done in a long, long time.Nothing. No device apart from this one. Just being here with you.You know, a few weeks back, I sat in silence for 5 minutes. I decided to with just me and my thoughts, no phones, no scrolling, no nothing. And I made it to 14 seconds before I actually grabbed my phone because not because I want to check something, but because I'd forgotten how to just exist.And that's when I realized AI won't replace me. ...