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AI uses too much energy—nanotech is the solution
TEDxChicago, TEDx Editor's Pick, awe agency Featured Dustin Huibregtse TEDxChicago, TEDx Editor's Pick, awe agency Featured Dustin Huibregtse

AI uses too much energy—nanotech is the solution

Mark Hersam is a nanotechnologist who believes that understanding materials at the shortest of length scales can provide solutions to the world’s largest problems. Using an interdisciplinary approach at the intersection of neuroscience and nanoelectronics, Hersam presents a solution to the greatest societal threat posed by AI.

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TEDxChicago, TEDx Editor's Pick, awe agency Featured Dustin Huibregtse TEDxChicago, TEDx Editor's Pick, awe agency Featured Dustin Huibregtse

Is the cure for cancer already inside us? (Copy)

Dr. Shana Kelley leads a team of human cell hunters, and they developed a unique and highly sensitive cell processor that can pull incredibly rare, disease-fighting cells out of blood. Recently, they used the device to search for immune cells that can fight cancer, and uncovered surprising and exciting results that may have immense impact on the future of cancer. Join Dr. Shana Kelley as she brings you on a journey through discovery, learn a little bit about immunotherapy, and get excited about what the next era of cancer treatments may look like. A talk to find hope from, and to share and view with those in your life affected by cancer.

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