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What is TEDMED?
TEDMED is a community of passionate, leading-edge thinkers and doers who come from every discipline within the fields of health and medicine, as well as from business, government, technology, academia, media and the arts. Every year, the community gathers at the annual TEDMED Conference, held in San Diego, California. There, TEDMED delegates “think out loud” together about the challenges and opportunities facing health and medicine today and in the near-term future. By exposing each person in the community to new thinking and interdisciplinary perspectives, the Conference generates an exciting cross-pollination of ideas. The Conference also gives everyone in the TEDMED community an opportunity to make powerful connections with leading thinkers in other disciplines and fields – people whom they would not have met otherwise.
Is TEDMED a non-profit institution?
No. TEDMED is for-profit organization whose mission is to advance health and medicine through innovation.
How can I stay informed about TEDMED?
There are a variety of ways to stay up to date on TEDMED news and information. You can sign up for our mailing list at www.TEDMED.com, and you can also follow us on twitter and on facebook.
How can I become involved with TEDMED?
TEDMED welcomes creative and talented people who want to lend their time and skills to help make TEDMED a success. Here are a couple of areas where your skills would be helpful
- Speaker Coaching: We are committed to making all talks on the TEDMED stage world class. If you are an experienced speaker or speechwriter, your abilities could help our speakers polish their talks.
- Speaker Presentation Materials: If you are a talented designer and/or illustrator with experience in bringing presentations to life, your skills could help with our speaker presentation materials.
How can I become a sponsor of TEDMED?
TEDMED
will partner with a few companies that have similar goals in advancing
health and medicine through innovation and that believe that the TEDMED
platform can be an important vehicle to further their objectives in this
space. If your company or organization is interested in sponsoring
TEDMED, you should send us an email at sponsor@tedmed.com
Is TEDMED owned by TED?
No. TEDMED is the licensee of TED and is vertically focused on Health and Medicine. Though the management team of TEDMED are also TEDsters, TEDMED is independently owned and operated.
When is TEDMED 2012?
From April 10th through April 13th, 2012, TEDMED will gather 1200 adventurous thinkers and doers from 300 medical and nonmedical disciplines at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. This three-day event will facilitate passionate explorations, nonstop discussions, stimulating field trips to leading national medical institutions, interaction with extraordinary people, making surprising intellectual connections and introduction to lifelong friends.
Where is TEDMED 2012?
TEDMED 2012 will be hosted at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing arts in Washington D.C. For more information about this location, please visit: http://www.kennedy-center.org/.
How many people attend the TEDMED conference?
TEDMED will host 1200 attendees from over 300 disciplines. TEDMED creates a dynamic “smart community” by inviting a carefully curated, handpicked audience of adventurous thinkers and doers. Fully half all TEDMED Attendees come from outside the world of medicine. Passionate about shaping the future, members of the TEDMED community come from science, technology, business, culture government, religion, law, military, media, the arts and education.
Attendance is either by application or invitation. Most attendees are nominated and vetted by an all-star Admissions Board composed of members from leading national institutions, corporations and foundations in the field of health and medicine.
Attendance is either by application or invitation. Most attendees are nominated and vetted by an all-star Admissions Board composed of members from leading national institutions, corporations and foundations in the field of health and medicine.
How much does it cost to attend TEDMED 2012?
The attendee fee for the 2011 TEDMED Conference is $4,950. Please be aware that this fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
What does my attendee fee cover?
The fee covers all TEDMED Sessions during the day and TEDMED events during the evening and nights. The fee also includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, which are made available to TEDMED attendees between Main-Hall sessions or served at evening events.
Your fee, however, does not cover your stay at the hotel, which you are responsible for booking separately.
Your fee, however, does not cover your stay at the hotel, which you are responsible for booking separately.
How can I become a sponsor of TEDMED 2012?
TEDMED will partner with a few companies that have similar goals in advancing health and medicine through innovation and that believe that the TEDMED platform can be an important vehicle to further their objectives in this space. If your company or organization is interested in sponsoring TEDMED, you should send us an email at sponsor@tedmed.com.
How do I suggest a potential speaker for TEDMED?
We always take suggestions for future speakers, but please keep in mind that we try to feature a diverse group of speakers each year and capacity is extremely limited. If you would like to nominate someone to be a speaker you can send the following information to speaker@tedmed.com:
- Nominee's name
- Company affiliation/Title
- Biography
- Video link to past speaking presentations (if available)
- Proposed topic (either a title or description)
- Nominee's contact information
- Any other relevant information on the speaker and his topic
How will I know if the speaker I nominated is selected?
Generally, by late winter, and only after we have contacted and coordinated with the selected speakers, we will start announcing on our website the first candidates that have been selected. We will continue to make announcements until all speakers have been announced.
Where can I learn more about the programming for TEDMED 2012?
The program for TEDMED 2012 will be released when we get much closer to the event. We encourage you to sign up for our email list so you will know when our conference program becomes available.
Can I see a list for all attendees of the upcoming 2012 TEDMED Conference?
We do not have a public list of attendees for the upcoming conference at this time. However, all attendees will receive a full list of attendees with their other materials when arriving at TEDMED 2012.
Who should attend TEDMED 2012?
TEDMED is for passionate doers and thinkers who are accomplished in their fields; our attendees include the broadest possible mix of medical and non-medical professionals alike. TEDMED´s attendee list will be carefully “curated” to ensure representation across all medical disciplines, specialties and perspectives – along with thought leaders in the fields of business, academia, government, technology, research, media and even the arts. Our goal is to have cardiologists talking to mathematicians... who talk to chemists... who talk to insurance executives... who talk to musicians... who talk to medical school directors... and so on. It is precisely this invigorating, unconventional mix of perspectives that gives TEDMED its ability to foster nonstop intellectual cross–pollination of news, views and ideas.
How do I apply for TEDMED 2012?
To apply, please click on “Apply Now” on the homepage of TEDMED.com. You will be required to fill out our application form, which should take between 20–30 minutes. Our team will then review your application form.
Due to the overflow of demand for the TEDMED Conference, we review each application to make sure our attendee list has the appropriate balance of talented minds in health and medicine.
We will send you a reply within 7 days regarding whether or not you have been selected.
Due to the overflow of demand for the TEDMED Conference, we review each application to make sure our attendee list has the appropriate balance of talented minds in health and medicine.
We will send you a reply within 7 days regarding whether or not you have been selected.
Why is there an application process for TEDMED 2012?
TEDMED is an exceptional event because it gathers the top minds from the many specialized components of the medical field. The goal is to engage this group in intense discussion, share new, radical ideas, and to ultimately shape the future of health and medicine. We realize that this is an ambitious goal, and one that requires a special group of attendees. Therefore, we must be selective when choosing our attendees to ensure that we have a balanced, intimate and diverse group.
Do you have a Waiting List for TEDMED 2012?
Yes. If based on your application we believe that you can positively contribute to the TEDMED conference but because of space limitations or an excess of previously approved applications in your particular field you are application is not immediately approved, we will place you on a Waiting List. We will make every effort to move you off the Waiting List, and you will be immediately notified if we can do so.
Is there an application decision deadline?
No. We review applications and grant acceptances on a rolling basis. This means that the earlier you apply the greater the probability of acceptance because fewer individuals will have been accepted with similar credentials.
Do you offer student discounts or student sponsorships?
We will select a number of students to attend TEDMED at a reduced rate, but we will decide this much closer to the event.
If you would like to send us information about yourself, we would be happy to take a look and add you to our list of interested students. We will consider sponsoring those students who will add most to the overall mix of the audience. Please send all the materials you would like us to review via mail to:
TEDMED Scholarships
2 High Ridge Park
Stamford, CT 06905
To learn more, click here.
If you would like to send us information about yourself, we would be happy to take a look and add you to our list of interested students. We will consider sponsoring those students who will add most to the overall mix of the audience. Please send all the materials you would like us to review via mail to:
TEDMED Scholarships
2 High Ridge Park
Stamford, CT 06905
To learn more, click here.
Do you accept any forms of payment other than credit card?
Yes. If you would rather not use a credit card, we can send you an invoice. If you prefer this option, please provide your name, phone number and contact information here.
Do you offer any discounts or assistance programs for the TEDMED conference?
We will select a number of applicants to attend at a reduced rate, but we will decide this much closer to the event.
If you would like to send us information about yourself, we would be happy to take a look and add you to our list of interested applicants. We will consider sponsoring those applicants who will add most to the overall mix of the audience. Please send all the materials you would like us to review via mail to:
TEDMED Scholarships
2 High Ridge Park
Stamford, CT 06905
To learn more, click here.
If you would like to send us information about yourself, we would be happy to take a look and add you to our list of interested applicants. We will consider sponsoring those applicants who will add most to the overall mix of the audience. Please send all the materials you would like us to review via mail to:
TEDMED Scholarships
2 High Ridge Park
Stamford, CT 06905
To learn more, click here.
Who owns the TEDMED videos?
All videos on this website are the property of copyrighted by TEDMED, LLC. However, we make all videos available, free to the public because we encourage the conversation started at the conference to continue all year round.
Can I repost or publish TEDMED videos on another website or blog?
Yes, we encourage you to share TEDMED videos freely, as long as they are not used for commercial purposes. We believe that the topics and ideas discussed at TEDMED are too important to be discussed only once a year, but we prohibit any commercial use of copyrighted TEDMED media.
Can I re-edit and remix the TEDMED videos?
No. While we want the talks shared at TEDMED to be viewed by others, we expect that you respect our copyright and the work done by our speakers. Therefore, we ask that you not modify or distort the TEDMED videos in any way.
Do you post videos of all talks performed at TEDMED?
No, not all talks from TEDMED conferences are posted as videos on our website.
How are photos taken at TEDMED events used?
Any photos taken by TEDMED staff at any TEDMED event may be used to promote the conference and community in a variety of ways, such as on our website or in promotional materials.
How can I obtain permission to use TEDMED content in a commercial project?
As stated above, we prohibit commercial use of our copyrighted material without our permission. To obtain permission, please contact us here.
What is TEDMED?
TEDMED is where the world's most
creative minds meet healthcare's most
innovative science. At TEDMED's
3½-day conference, great minds from
dozens of medical and non-medical
fields come together for intellectual
cross-pollination. The result is a
one-of-a-kind opportunity to stimulate
inspiration, innovation and imagination…
to generate fresh insights and surprising
breakthroughs. The program consists of
11 sessions (each session is 90 minutes
long), each featuring an unforgettable
mix of speakers, entertainers, and
audience collaboration directly from
the Opera House of the John F. Kennedy
Center for the Performing Arts in
Washington, DC.
Who attends TEDMED? Who is it for?
TEDMED is for everyone who is
passionate about the future of health
and medicine. Delegates to TEDMED
include global innovators and leaders
from medicine, the sciences, technology,
business, education, government,
religion, law, the armed forces, media
and the arts. Ultimately, this dialog can
contribute to better healthcare systems
and medical improvements…and
potentially touch the lives of our planet's
seven billion people.
Is TEDMED affiliated with TED talks?
TEDMED is an independent licensee
of the famous TED conference.
Specifically, TEDMED is TED's only
health and medicine related, fullconference
licensee. TEDMED and TED
work closely together. Videos of many
TEDMED stage talks are posted on
TED.com as well as TEDMED.com.
What does TED stand for?
TED stands for "Technology,
Entertainment and Design."
How many TEDMED conferences are there per year?
The TEDMED conference is held once a
year. Not to be confused with the multiday
TED event in California, themulti-day
TEDGlobal in Scotland or the one-day
TEDx events held around the world.
So TEDMED is not a TEDx event?
No, it is not. TEDx events are mini-TEDstyle,
self-directed, one-day programs at
which attendees pay no more than $99.
TEDx events may be one-time programs
that are not held year after year.
Is TEDMED a non-profit institution?
No. TEDMED is a for-profit organization
whose mission is to advance health and
medicine through innovation.
Who are the sponsors of TEDMEDLive?
Through generous support from the
Association of American Medical
Colleges, we share the TEDMED stage
with the nation's medical students,
resident physicians, faculty, staff and
the leadership of America's medical
schools, teaching hospitals, health
systems, and academic and scientific
societies represented by the AAMC.
Valuable underwriting from Siemens
makes it possible to provide TEDMEDLive
simulcasts to additional qualified
non-profits in the world of health and
medicine, including key foundations,
universities, professional associations,
and others. Additional support from
The California Endowment allows us
to bring TEDMEDLive to institutions
throughout California.
Why would my organization want to participate in the simulcast?
Onsite Delegates typically pay an event
fee of $4,950 per person to attend the
TEDMED conference inWashington DC.
The TEDMEDLive simulcasting program
offers an unparalleled opportunity for
your constituents to see, hear and
participate directly in America's most
exciting multi-disciplinary dialog about
health and medicine—at no charge, and
without having to travel.
There is no other place where your staff, team, faculty or students can experience the dazzling interplay ofminds, including Nobel Prize-winning scientists, worldclass artists, and passionate doers and thinkers from more than 300 different disciplines…including the nation's most respected doctors, researchers and scientists, plus innovators and leaders from technology, education, business, government, law, religion, the armed forces, media and the arts.
There is no other place where your staff, team, faculty or students can experience the dazzling interplay ofminds, including Nobel Prize-winning scientists, worldclass artists, and passionate doers and thinkers from more than 300 different disciplines…including the nation's most respected doctors, researchers and scientists, plus innovators and leaders from technology, education, business, government, law, religion, the armed forces, media and the arts.
Do attendees at a TEDMEDLive simulcast just watch?
No. Visitors to your auditorium will not
be passive listeners or viewers. They
become an active part of the TEDMED
event and are invited to participate in
the conversation. As conference
participants, they will have an opportunity
to interact directly with the stage via
the TEDMEDConnectmobile application.
TEDMEDLive participants will also be able to communicate with TEDMED speakers after the conference. Your constituents will enjoy the opportunity to obtain more information from each speaker in the form of a custom "Science Kit" that is prepared especially for TEDMED Delegates.
TEDMEDLive participants will also be able to communicate with TEDMED speakers after the conference. Your constituents will enjoy the opportunity to obtain more information from each speaker in the form of a custom "Science Kit" that is prepared especially for TEDMED Delegates.
What is the TEDMEDConnect mobile application?
The TEDMEDConnect mobile
application is a simple program that
remote participants (such as those in
your auditorium) employ to connect
"live" to the speakers on the TEDMED
stage. TEDMEDLive participants can
ask the speakers questions or transmit
comments to them. They can also use
the app to participate in live polls and
games that are part of the TEDMED
conference.
Where can I find the TEDMEDConnect mobile application?
The TEDMEDConnect application will
be made available approximately one
week before the conference and will be
available in the Apple App Store, the
Android App Store and accessible as
a mobile optimized web application.
Check www.tedmed.comfor updates.
How can my organization put its own unique stamp on TEDMEDLive?
We encourage you to build your own
local meetings, events and programs
around the TEDMEDLive program.
Each day offers one to four sessions
(each 90 minutes in length), alternating
with an hour or more of breaks. During
these breaks you can schedule your own
speakers, have groups break out for
individualmeetings, hostmeals or simply
encourage your local attendees to mix,
meet and mingle with each other.
Can I charge admission or sell tickets to TEDMEDLive?
No. TEDMEDLive is provided on the
condition that it is free to attendees in
qualifying organizations. You may ask
your audience to contribute money on
a voluntary basis to defray the cost of
any food or beverages that you provide.
Is there any cost for an organization that hosts TEDMEDLive in a remote auditorium?
No. The costs of TEDMEDLive are paid
by our sponsors. (See question 8.)
Will there be a Program Guide?
Yes. TEDMED will provide each host
location with a certain number of
printed program guides. Additional
copies can be purchased at cost. There
will also be a program guide included
as part of the TEDMEDConnect app.
When will TEDMED announce
topics and speakers for all sessions
at the
April 10-13 conference?
This information is continually
updated on our website. Please visit
www.tedmed.com.
We would like to listen to a specific speaker; when will we know the schedule?
Please see the previous question. But
you should think of TEDMED more as
an opportunity to inspire your audience
about the possibilities in health and
medicine and less so about listening
to any particular speaker or topic.
Does our organization have to
simulcast the entire conference
or can we pick
and choose which
sessions we would like to join?
We encourage participation throughout
the entire 3½-day event. At the same
time, we are also sensitive to the fact
that this may not be applicable to
everyone. Therefore, you can pick and
choose which session(s) would be of
most interest to your institution.
What is the difference between a simulcast and a webcast?
A simulcast transmits an event in real
time while providing a dual feed to
allow the viewer to actively participate
in the event. Our simulcast is a
high-volume, multi-camera, HD feed.
As such, the video stream is specifically
designed and engineered for an
auditorium or roomful of people. It is
not meant to be viewed on individual
computer monitors. A webcast can also
be viewed in real time; however, the
viewer cannot actively participate with
the event as there is only one feed.
Can I view the simulcast via my individual computer?
No. This is a high-definition feed meant
for a sizeable screen and a medium-sized
to large-scale audience.
Can I view the simulcast via my individual computer?
No. This is a high-definition feed meant
for a sizeable screen and a medium-sized
to large-scale audience.
What are the technical requirements needed to participate in the simulcast?
You will need a minimum of 4 mbps
(4000 kbps) through a wired Internet
connection and a large display
screen/monitor suitable for the size of
your auditorium or conference room.
Mac Requirements:
- Display: 1280X720 (720p)
- 1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo or faster
- At least 256MB of RAM
- 64MB or greater video card
- Display: 1280X720 (720p)
- 2.8 GHz Intel Pentium 4 or faster processor
- At least 512MB of RAM
- 64MB or greater video card
What type of browser do we need to view TEDMEDLive?
Any modernWeb browser will support
the TEDMEDLive simulcast. This
includes Internet Explorer, Firefox, and
Safari. It is recommended that you
update your browser to the latest
version for the best results.
| Browser | Operating Systems | Download Location |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | Windows | http://www.microsoft. com/windows/ internet-explorer/worldwide- sites.aspx |
| Firefox | Windows, MacOS | http://www.firefox.com |
| Safari | MacOS | http://www.apple.com/ safari |
Do we need any other special software?
You will need to have installed the
latest version ofWindows Media Player
(forWindows) or Flip4MacWindows
Media Components (for MacOS). These
are free downloads. The table below
lists links for current versions and
download locations.
| Operating Systems | Windows Media Player Preferred Version | Download Location |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Windows | http://windows.microsoft. com/en-US/windows/ products/windowsmedia- player |
| MacOS | Flash Video Player 11 |
http://get.adobe.com/ flashplayer/ |
I can't download the required software to my computer. What do I do?
Ask your network administrator
or IT support staff for assistance
in downloading and installing the
necessary software.
How do I dedicate bandwidth to the event?
Contact your IT manager by 3/9/12 to
assess your viewing location's bandwidth
capacity. Tell your organization's IT
department that you will be streaming
4 mbps (4000 kbps) of live video through
a wired Internet connection on 4/10/12
through 4/13/12. Request that your IT
department ensures your viewing
location has dedicated bandwidth
capacity so your audience does not
experience lag time or stuttering video
during the event.
Can we pull down the signal for TEDMEDLive directly from a satellite?
Yes. Contact tedmedlive@tedmed.com for more information.
What equipment do I need in order to pull down the TEDMED satellite signal?
In order to receive, or pull down a
satellite signal at your location, you
will need three essential components:
A digital satellite antenna capable of receiving a digital video/audio signal from a domestic U.S. satellite will need to be mounted in an area close to your viewing location but free of any obstructions, such as trees, moving vehicles, and so forth.We will post the digital satellite coordinates prior to the start of the event.
The digital satellite receiver, also known as a decoder, is the component that takes the satellite signal and makes it viewable. There are many different types of decoders, which can range in price dramatically.
Newer decoders are preprogrammed with the latest satellite information; however, older ones may be out of date. It is important that you consult a satellite installation professional to determine the best type of receiver for your location and your needs.
The TEDMED program is sent nonencrypted. Once your receiver is connected to the antenna and the proper satellite signal is being received, you can select the transponder, or channel, by inputting the following parameters into the receiver:
You should be able to use any digital receiver that is labeled FTA, or Free-to- Air. If you search theWorldWideWeb for "FTA receiver," a large number of sites will come up.When you call for professional support, you will want to give the vendor the coordinates, which will help the vendor determine an appropriate model.
Lastly, a television, or monitor/projector and speakers, will be needed to see and hear TEDMED. The type of viewing equipment you will need is dependent upon your location and the number of people who will be viewing TEDMED. Be sure to give this information to your satellite installation professional.
- Digital satellite antenna;
- Digital satellite Ku-band receiver; and
- Television or monitor with speakers.
A digital satellite antenna capable of receiving a digital video/audio signal from a domestic U.S. satellite will need to be mounted in an area close to your viewing location but free of any obstructions, such as trees, moving vehicles, and so forth.We will post the digital satellite coordinates prior to the start of the event.
The digital satellite receiver, also known as a decoder, is the component that takes the satellite signal and makes it viewable. There are many different types of decoders, which can range in price dramatically.
Newer decoders are preprogrammed with the latest satellite information; however, older ones may be out of date. It is important that you consult a satellite installation professional to determine the best type of receiver for your location and your needs.
The TEDMED program is sent nonencrypted. Once your receiver is connected to the antenna and the proper satellite signal is being received, you can select the transponder, or channel, by inputting the following parameters into the receiver:
- downlink frequency,
- downlink polarity,
- data rate,
- symbol rate, and
- forward error correction (FEC).
You should be able to use any digital receiver that is labeled FTA, or Free-to- Air. If you search theWorldWideWeb for "FTA receiver," a large number of sites will come up.When you call for professional support, you will want to give the vendor the coordinates, which will help the vendor determine an appropriate model.
Lastly, a television, or monitor/projector and speakers, will be needed to see and hear TEDMED. The type of viewing equipment you will need is dependent upon your location and the number of people who will be viewing TEDMED. Be sure to give this information to your satellite installation professional.
Will there be a test to ensure that our location can receive the TEDMED satellite signal?
TEDMED will conduct a series of
system tests as a measure of quality
assurance/quality control for the
outbound satellite signals. The satellite
feed test is scheduled to happen TBD
(1-2 days prior to Tuesday, 4/10/12).
What is the minimum size room that I need to have?
Ideally you should have an auditorium,
but rooms that accommodate 25 or
more individuals are also acceptable.
Can I test my signal and/or
bandwidth? When will we receive
our password to
test the simulcast?
Yes, you can test your signal and
bandwidth. Password, procedures and
test date TBD.
TEDMED is taking place on the
East Coast (Eastern Standard Time
zone)
but my organization is in
a different time zone. Is there an
option to time-shift or delay talks?
No. At this time, TEDMEDLive is only
available on a live streaming basis.
When can I view TEDMED during the event?
Tuesday 4/10:
Test Time: 1900-2000 EST
Live Event: 2000-2200 EST
Wednesday 4/11:
Test Time: 0800-0900 EST
Live Event: 0900-1830 EST
Thursday 4/12:
Test Time: 0800-0900 EST
Live Event: 0900-1830 EST
Friday 4/13:
Test Time: 0800-0900 EST
Live Event: 0900 to 1300 EST
Test Time: 1900-2000 EST
Live Event: 2000-2200 EST
Wednesday 4/11:
Test Time: 0800-0900 EST
Live Event: 0900-1830 EST
Thursday 4/12:
Test Time: 0800-0900 EST
Live Event: 0900-1830 EST
Friday 4/13:
Test Time: 0800-0900 EST
Live Event: 0900 to 1300 EST
What happens during the breaks?
There will be an on-air clock showing the
countdown time until the event comes
back live with the next block of speaker
talks.
Is there a deadline to sign-up for the simulcast?
Yes. Date TBD.
My institution is unable to participate
this year but is interested in viewing
the sessions.
Will all sessions be
available to view at some time after
the conference?
Yes. Videos of all speakers will start
to become available to view on
www.TEDMED.com, beginning a few
weeks after the event.
When can we expect to test our system to ensure compliance?
TEDMED will send you a link to test in
advance of the conference.
How will we connect to the conference on the day it happens?
TEDMED will send you a password a
few days prior to the conference which
will allow you to connect to the
simulcast.
What if our Internet connection fails?
If the internet connection fails on your
end (not ours), you will have a DVD of
select TEDMED 2011 talks for you to
play while the Internet connection is
restored.
Do you have redundancy in
connections in case something goes
wrong
with the feed or a satellite?
There are several layers of redundancy
in case of loss of the feed.
- Two separate fiber lines out of the Kennedy Center
- Web encoding at main distribution center and back up encoding onsite at the Kennedy Center.
- Satellite feed tomain distribution center
- Manual tape backup delivered to distribution center (20 min. delay)
- DVD made available to all participants of all the talks for TEDMED 2011
Is TEDMEDLive also being provided to international locations?
The feed will be available this year in
North America only.
Is TEDMED 508(c) compliant?
TBD.
Will you have a help desk for technical questions?
Yes.We will provide you details a few
days before the event.
May we send someone from our
organization to attend the TEDMED
conference
in person at the
Kennedy Center?
Yes. On a space-available basis,
TEDMED will admit from each host
institution one student and one faculty
member to TEDMED 2012, to serve as
the local eyes and ears of the remote
hosting organization. These two
representatives will be able to attend
TEDMED on a half-scholarship, which
results in a lower event fee.
For details, see www.TEDMED.com. Please be sure to mention that you are hosting a TEDMEDLive event as your scholarship will receive higher priority.
For details, see www.TEDMED.com. Please be sure to mention that you are hosting a TEDMEDLive event as your scholarship will receive higher priority.
I'm interested in attending the conference in person. Who should I speak with about this?
Please submit your application at
www.tedmed.com.
How can I stay informed about TEDMED?
There are a variety of ways to stay up to
date on TEDMED news and information.
You can sign up for our mailing list at
www.TEDMED.com, and you can also
follow us on Twitter and on Facebook.
How can I become involved with TEDMED?
TEDMED welcomes creative and
talented people who want to lend their
time and skills to help make TEDMED
a success. Here are a couple of areas
where your skills would be helpful:
- Speaker Coaching:We are committed to making all talks on the TEDMED stage world class. If you are an experienced speaker or speechwriter, your abilities could help our speakers polish their presentation.
- Speaker Presentation Materials: If you are a talented designer and/or illustrator with experience in bringing presentations to life, your skills could help with our speaker presentation materials.
What if I have additional questions about TEDMED?
Please visit www.TEDMED.com.
How does TEDMED ensure that its 2012 Delegation represents a broad cross-section
of different disciplines, professions and perspectives?
TEDMED works diligently to recruit and curate a broad and diverse community of Delegates. To help achieve that goal, we have created the TEDMED Front-Line Scholarship program.
How does the Front-Line Scholarship program work?
TEDMED Front-Line Scholarships can cover all or part of the TEDMED event fee. This enables participation in the TEDMED 2012 conference by applicants who could not otherwise afford to attend.
Are these full scholarships?
The program offers a mix of half scholarships ($2,475) and full scholarships ($4,950). There are more half scholarships than full scholarships. This enables TEDMED to assist the greatest number of people to attend.
Where does the money come from?
The $2 million in scholarship awards is possible through the generous support of our major Sponsors, TEDMED Patrons and TEDMED. Participating sponsors include: GE; Philips; Johnson & Johnson; Siemens; The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the Association of American Medical Colleges, Xerox; The Cleveland Clinic; The California Endowment; Booz Allen Hamilton; Mars, Inc. and Humana.
Who is eligible to receive a TEDMED Front-Line Scholarship?
Anyone who is an innovator or leader or on the front lines of medicine, public service or research is eligible. This includes patients and journalists. It also includes experts from non-medical fields who are looking to apply their experience and knowledge to the world of health and medicine.
What kinds of individuals apply for TEDMED Front-Line scholarships?
TEDMED encourages innovators and leaders on the front lines of health and medicine to apply.
For example:
For example:
- Nurses and doctors (specialists of all kinds; family medicine and GPs; RNs and LPNs; etc.)
- First responders (firefighters, EMTs, ambulance drivers, paramedics, etc., whether paid or volunteer; medical social workers; police; etc.)
- Military personnel (military doctors, nurses and medics; U.S. Defense Dept. health program directors and staff; VA medical and support staff; etc.)
- Hospital and urgent care staff (non-profit and for-profit hospital administrators, staff, etc.)
- Mental health professionals (psychiatrists and psychologists; mental health counselors; mental health clinic directors; clergy with counseling responsibilities and programs; etc.)
- Healthcare and fitness providers and therapists (physical therapists; rehab counselors and therapists; occupational therapists; chiropractors; audiologists; speech therapists; dentists and dental personnel; dieticians and nutritionists; home health aides; respiratory therapists; athletic coaches and trainers; industrial hygienists; etc.)
- Health-oriented government personnel (federal, state and county health officials; health-related agency and policy directors and staff; public policy experts and analysts; public health administrators; etc.)
- Health-related technology experts (computer programmers and Web developers; prosthetics & robotics engineers and developers; clinical technologists; biomedical engineers; etc.)
- Patients and supporters (cancer and heart attack survivors; patient counselors; patient advocates; etc.)
- Health-oriented educators and students (university, college and professional school administrators and professors; medical students; public policy and health policy students; etc.)
- Health-related knowledge workers (academic and industrial medical and scientific researchers; environmental health specialists; health science journalists, editors and publishers; health information specialists; health science librarians; etc.)
- Non-profit organization leaders and staff (NGO leaders and personnel; community program directors; philantropic workers and leaders; etc.)
- Innovators and leaders of for-profit companies with a strongly healthfocused public service mission (note: the applicant’s job and responsibilities must be directly related to health and medicine)
Who decides which applicants receive TEDMED Front-Line scholarships?
The TEDMED Admissions Office.
How is the decision made to award a scholarship?
Scholarships are awarded on the basis of three factors:
(a) professional merit;
(b) financial need; and
(c) creating a multi-disciplinary TEDMED Delegate pool that represents as many different fields as possible.
(a) professional merit;
(b) financial need; and
(c) creating a multi-disciplinary TEDMED Delegate pool that represents as many different fields as possible.
Is TEDMED an equal opportunity organization?
Yes. TEDMED awards scholarships to men and women of all ages, races, backgrounds and beliefs.
How quickly do applicants learn if they have been selected or approved for a scholarship?
The TEDMED Admissions Office will review each application and typically get back to the applicant within 10 business days with an acceptance or with follow-up questions. We advise applicants quickly so that front-line medical personnel will have sufficient time to arrange for their responsibilities to be covered by colleagues while they attend the conference.
If an applicant is turned down for a full scholarship, can they apply for a half scholarship?
No. Applicants may apply only once per year. Anyone who does not receive a scholarship in 2012 may reapply in 2013.
What information about me do you make public?
Names and affiliations of applicants are not published unless the applicant is accepted and uses a scholarship to attend TEDMED. TEDMED is committed to transparency so that the community can see how scholarship funds are used.
Are scholarships transferable? (i.e., can the designated recipient transfer the
scholarship to someone else such as, another person in the same organization?)
No. Scholarships are not transferable.
How many scholarships will TEDMED award?
TEDMED will award as many scholarships as possible until $2 million has been awarded in Delegate fees. The final number of Delegates who receive funds will depend on how many half scholarships and how many full scholarships are awarded.
Can government employees accept scholarships from private organizations such as
TEDMED?
Public employees are urged to check with their own agency or department for guidelines.
