TEDTalks: Brave Neuro World

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  • 2024
  • 1 Season
  • 7.5  (7)

TEDTalks: Brave Neuro World is an insightful and thought-provoking exploration of the human brain and the groundbreaking research and discoveries taking place within the field of neuroscience. Featuring talks from experts such as V.S. Ramachandran, Aditi Shankardass, and Jill Bolte Taylor, the show offers a captivating look into the mysteries of the mind and the latest advancements in brain science.

The first episode of the series begins with a talk by V.S. Ramachandran, a renowned neuroscientist and author, who discusses the incredible plasticity of the brain and its ability to adapt and rewire itself in response to various stimuli. Using real-life examples and case studies, Ramachandran illustrates the remarkable ways in which the brain can compensate for injuries or overcome disabilities, such as the loss of a limb or a language impairment.

In the following episode, Aditi Shankardass, a clinical neuropsychologist, delves into the topic of autism and presents her groundbreaking research on the use of instrumental neuroimaging techniques to diagnose the condition in young children who may not yet be able to communicate verbally. Through her work, Shankardass hopes to help identify and treat autism earlier in life and improve outcomes for children with the disorder.

Jill Bolte Taylor, a neuroanatomist and author, takes center stage in the third episode, offering a powerful personal account of her experience suffering a stroke and the profound insights it provided into the workings of the brain. Taylor's talk is a stirring reminder of the fragility and resilience of the human mind, and the ways in which our perceptions of reality are shaped by the intricate mechanisms of the brain.

Other episodes of TEDTalks: Brave Neuro World cover a wide range of topics, including the neurobiology of addiction, the neuroscience of creativity, and the challenges and opportunities presented by cutting-edge technologies such as brain-computer interfaces and deep brain stimulation.

Throughout the series, the speakers offer fascinating insights into the ways in which the brain processes information, regulates mood and behavior, and shapes individual and collective identities. Whether exploring the mysteries of consciousness, the effects of trauma on the brain, or the remarkable possibilities for medical and technological interventions, TEDTalks: Brave Neuro World presents a captivating and inspiring portrait of the frontiers of neuroscience.

Through their vivid storytelling, scientific experiments, and engaging presentations, the speakers on TEDTalks: Brave Neuro World demonstrate the power and potential of neuroscience to transform our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. For anyone interested in the latest developments in brain science or curious about the workings of the human mind, this show offers a rich and rewarding journey into the frontiers of scientific inquiry.

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Grégoire Courtine: The Paralyzed Rat that Walked
19. Grégoire Courtine: The Paralyzed Rat that Walked
 
Spinal cord researcher Grégoire Courtine explains how his team used new research on traumatic spinal cord injury to enable a paralyzed rat to walk.
Molly Crockett: Beware Neuro-bunk
18. Molly Crockett: Beware Neuro-bunk
 
Neuroscientist Molly Crockett offers entertaining and informative advice about how to evaluate marketing that promises to boost your brain power.
John Searle: Our Shared Condition -- Consciousness
17. John Searle: Our Shared Condition -- Consciousness
 
Philosopher John Searle discusses human consciousness, especially its complexities and the need to study it seriously as a biological phenomenon.
Daphne Bavelier: Your Brain on Video Games
16. Daphne Bavelier: Your Brain on Video Games
 
Cognitive researcher Daphne Bavelier explains how playing video games may be good for you, especially when it comes to learning and multitasking.
Sarah-Jayne Blakemore: The Mysterious Workings of the Adolescent Brain
15. Sarah-Jayne Blakemore: The Mysterious Workings of the Adolescent Brain
 
Cognitive neuroscientist Sarah-Jayne Blakemore explains how teenagers' growing brains dictate their often unpredictable (and frustrating) behavior.
Daniel Wolpert: The Real Reason for Brains
14. Daniel Wolpert: The Real Reason for Brains
 
Neuroscientist and movement expert Daniel Wolpert presents his theory that the human brain evolved in order to control our amazing variety of motions.
Suzana Herculano-Houzel: What Is So Special About the Human Brain?
13. Suzana Herculano-Houzel: What Is So Special About the Human Brain?
 
Neuroscientist Suzana Herculano-Houzel shares her research into the human brain: what makes it unique, how it evolved and how many neurons it has.
Aditi Shankardass: A Second Opinion on Learning Disorders
12. Aditi Shankardass: A Second Opinion on Learning Disorders
 
Developmental disorders are typically diagnosed by observing behavior, but we should be looking directly at their brains.
Elliot Krane: The Mystery of Chronic Pain
11. Elliot Krane: The Mystery of Chronic Pain
 
Elliot Krane talks about the complex mystery of chronic pain, and reviews how it works and how to treat it.
Pawan Sinha on How Brains Learn to See
10. Pawan Sinha on How Brains Learn to See
 
Research how the brain's visual system develops, offering insights into neuroscience, engineering and even autism.
Rebecca Saxe: How We Read Each Other's Minds
9. Rebecca Saxe: How We Read Each Other's Minds
 
Sensing the motives and feelings of others is a natural talent for humans. But how do we do it?
Jeff Hawkins on How Brain Science Will Change Computing
8. Jeff Hawkins on How Brain Science Will Change Computing
 
Treo creator Jeff Hawkins sees the brain not as a fast processor, but as a memory system that can help us predict what will happen next.
Michael Merzenich on Re-wiring the Brain
7. Michael Merzenich on Re-wiring the Brain
 
A neuroscientist explores the brain's ability to re-wire itself. Can we use it to enhance skills and recover lost function?
Dean Ornish Says Your Genes Are Not Your Fate
6. Dean Ornish Says Your Genes Are Not Your Fate
 
Dean Ornish shows how adopting healthy lifestyle habits can affect a person at a genetic level.
Al Seckel Says Our Brains Are Mis-wired
5. Al Seckel Says Our Brains Are Mis-wired
 
A neuroscientist explores perceptual illusions. Not only are we easily fooled, we kind of like it.
Paul Bloom: The Origins of Pleasure
4. Paul Bloom: The Origins of Pleasure
 
Why do we like an original painting better than a forgery? Paul Bloom says it's because human beings are essentialists.
Gregory Petsko on the Coming Neurological Epidemic
3. Gregory Petsko on the Coming Neurological Epidemic
 
A biochemist predicts an epidemic of neurological diseases as the world population ages. What's his solution?
V.S. Ramachandran on Your Mind
2. V.S. Ramachandran on Your Mind
 
A scientist talks about the connection between cerebral tissue and the mind, using three startling delusions as examples.
Jill Bolte Taylor's Stroke of Insight
1. Jill Bolte Taylor's Stroke of Insight
 
In this emotional presentation, a neuroscientist walks you through her stroke as she witnesses her brain functions shut down one by one.
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  • Premiere Date
    April 25, 2024
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (7)