Pilobolus: A performance merging dance and biology

very nice dance, see this one



Dancers from Pilobolus perform the sensuous duet..

Mark Bittman: What's wrong with what we eat

Mark Bittman: What's wrong with what we eat



In this fiery and funny talk, New York Times food writer Mark Bittman weighs in on what's wrong with the way we eat now (too much meat, too few plants; too much fast food, too little home cooking), and why it's putting the entire planet at risk.

About Mark Bittman
Mark Bittman is a bestselling cookbook author, journalist and television personality. His friendly, informal approach to home cooking has shown millions that fancy execution is no substitute for... Read full bio »

Paul Stamets: 6 ways mushrooms can save the world.

About this Talk

Mycologist Paul Stamets studies the mycelium -- and lists 6 ways that this astonishing fungus can help save the world.
About Paul Stamets

Paul Stamets believes that mushrooms can save our lives, restore our ecosystems and transform other worlds.

Deborah Gordon: How do ants know what to do?

Deborah Gordon: How do ants know what to do?


Armed with a backhoe and a handful of markers, Deborah Gordon studies ant colonies in the Arizona desert. She asks: How do these chitinous creatures get down to business -- and even multitask when they need to -- with no language, memory or visible leadership? Her answers could lead to a better understanding of all complex systems, from the brain to the Web.