How about a GPS for your DNA?
Embrace surprise! Schadt shows how mashing supercomputing with human biology can help scientists break out of linear thinking, uncover complex disease paths, and hone in on treatments.
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Eric Schadt at TEDMED 2011 – Q and A
Schadt takes questions on whether his research into complex biological systems sheds light on the “nature vs. nature” argument.
A.J. Jacobs at TEDMED 2011 – Q and A
The Year of Living Biblically author answers questions about the best habits he picked up during a year of trying to be “the healthiest man alive,” and those …
Why is 65 something to sing about?
Oh, yes, there will be beer in heaven! Tequila and cigars, too. The folk singer performs three memorable tunes about the bright side of death, the funny things …
Does it take a village to manage AIDS?
How do we get cutting-edge medicine to our neediest communities? Walgreens’ Chief Medical Officer speaks about how pharmacies can also be healthcare providers.
Cheryl Pegus at TEDMED 2011 – Q and A
The Walgreens’ Chief Medical Officer talks about pharmacies getting involved in community health care service delivery, including pharmacist “genius bars.”
Healthy living – am I sick of it yet?
What’s harder than Living Biblically? Try following every bit of the latest health advice. A.J. Jacobs, author and human guinea pig, shares the results of his latest yearlong …
How do you track a virus?
Nathan Wolfe gives an insightful talk about how in today’s data-rich world, we have the tools to begin recognizing and treating outbreaks before they reach a tipping point.
Has technology changed a physician’s values?
Sherwin Nuland calls to attention the increasing distancing over the last 2,000 years of the doctor from the patient and implores us to help turn this trend around.
How do you choose between fast, perfect and cheap in response to disasters?
Craig Fugate talks about how FEMA and the federal government are learning to respond faster and more effectively to national disasters.