From TED Ed. Ada imagines what an AI librarian system could be capable of. What are the consequences of creating superintelligent AI systems? — This is episode 4 of the animated series, “Ada.” This 5-episode narrative follows the young library assistant Ada as she juggles two worlds: her daily mundane reality and the future she…

From TED Ed. Learn more at https://brilliant.org/TedEd — When reading "Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland," most readers visualize the queen’s croquet game play out in their heads. A few might see the scene in vivid detail. However, a small fraction of readers have a drastically different experience: within their heads, they "see" absolutely nothing. Why do…

From TED Ed. Ada imagines a life where she could have children without giving birth. Would artificial wombs give us more choice or less? — This is episode 3 of the animated series, “Ada.” This 5-episode narrative follows the young library assistant Ada as she juggles two worlds: her daily mundane reality and the future…

From TED Ed. Dig into the tragic myth of Tristan and Princess Isolde, and how they fall in love despite her being promised to another. — After witnessing a bird carrying a single golden hair, King Mark of Cornwall declared his future bride must have equally radiant locks. The only royal matching this description was…

From TED Ed. Ada imagines how society would change if governments paid living organ donors. Should we receive compensation for our organs? — This is episode 2 of the animated series, “Ada.” This 5-episode narrative follows the young library assistant Ada as she juggles two worlds: her daily mundane reality and the future she vividly…

From TED Ed. Dig into the psychology of how to overcome your motivational obstacles and regain focus when you feel stuck in achieving your goals. — Many of us have experienced feeling stuck. People often report feeling highly motivated at the start and end of a project, but the middle can feel untethered. It can…

From TED Ed. On Ada’s first day of her new job at the library, she imagines a post-apocalyptic future. Are we equipped to survive in such a world? — This is episode 1 of the animated series, “Ada.” This 5-episode narrative follows the young library assistant Ada as she juggles two worlds: her daily mundane…

From TED Ed. Explore the relationship between the Amazon rainforest and the rest of the planet, and what would happen if it disappeared. — As of 2022, humans have deforested 17% of the Amazon, and scientists warn that we may be approaching a tipping point. It’s like removing bricks from a house: take a few…

From TED Ed. Dig into Moore’s Law and explore its 4 main limitations and how they could change how we are able to make progress in computing. — Moore’s Law states that every 1 to 2 years the number of transistors that can fit on a given size computer chip will double. Thanks to this…

From TED Ed. Travel into the digestive system to learn about cholesterol, and find out what the difference is between LDL and HDL cholesterol. — In 1968, the American Heart Association made an announcement that would influence people’s diets for decades: they recommended that people avoid eating more than three eggs a week. Their reasoning…

From TED Ed. Trace the history of rats, from their emergence in Asia to how they became the most successful invasive species in the world. — Today, rats are often regarded as the most successful invasive species in the world. The most common species of rat scurried onto the scene roughly 1 to 3 million…

From TED Ed. Uncover the history of the lobotomy, and find out why it’s considered one of the most controversial procedures of the 20th century. — In 1935, researchers found that after removing the frontal lobes of two chimps, they no longer experienced frustration or anxiety. Neurologist Egas Moniz believed that replicating this in humans…

From TED Ed. Dig into the history of arsenic dating back to ancient civilizations, and find out why this element is known as the king of poisons. — No substance has been as constant an ally to insidious scheming as arsenic, the so-called “king of poisons.” In its chemically pure form, it isn’t much of…

From TED Ed. Follow Chu Hong, a Chinese martial artist in training, as he practices his skills and competes in an archery tournament. — The year is 1030 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…

From TED Ed. Discover the benefits of walking, and how this simple exercise can positively impact the health of your body and brain. — For years, Jean Béliveau walked from country to country, with the goal of circumnavigating the globe on foot. While few people have the time or desire to walk such extreme lengths,…

From TED Ed. Explore how to build healthy habits when it comes to making, growing, and maintaining friendships. — Friendships can change how we see and move through the world. They can boost our academic performance, help us deal with setbacks, and even improve our health. And the relationships we form in adolescence can shape…

From TED Ed. Dig into the animal kingdom’s capacity for generosity, and find out how cooperation between animals may contribute to their survival. — Charles Darwin introduced the notion of “survival of the fittest,” where the fittest animals are those who can survive long enough to produce healthy offspring. The fittest animal can also be…