Levon Gyulkhasyan shares how teaching comics in jail became a mutual learning experience that transforms both his students and his own artistic approach. Through a creative process shaped by real-world constraints, incarcerated individuals gain tools for self-expression, emotional growth, and self-worth. The talk explores how art, adapted to the prison environment, becomes a vehicle for rehabilitation and meaningful storytelling. A member of the Boston Comics Roundtable, Actual Art Armenia, and APBDA France, Levon holds a Ph.D. in engineering and is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP). He is a teacher and illustrator at the Russian School of Mathematics, where he blends education with visual storytelling. He is the creator of Jumbo Loop Comics; 90-foot, ring-shaped comic strips designed for public installation. These large-scale works have been exhibited outdoors in Yerevan, Gyumri, and Angoulême, engaging diverse audiences through immersive art. At Lesley University’s Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE), he led a 5-year interactive project where visitors were invited to draw on massive comic strips, collaboratively shaping evolving narratives. Levon also conducts weekly “constraint comics” workshops in Yerevan and Cambridge, MA, exploring experimental storytelling through creative limitations. He is the author of three graphic novels and numerous comic stories featured in anthologies. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Lingyi Xu shares how AI is being developed to help doctors detect lung cancer and brain diseases earlier, especially in under-resourced communities. Drawing from her own journey from business student to health-focused researcher, she explains how AI tools can act as co-pilots for physicians, turning scattered data into life-saving insight. Her talk shows how technology, when thoughtfully built, becomes a tool for equity and care in the places that need it most. Lingyi Xu is a PhD student in Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University, where she uses artificial intelligence to tackle real-world healthcare challenges, like catching lung cancer early and helping researchers understand brain diseases better. She started out in finance coding stock models, but during the COVID- 19 pandemic, she saw firsthand how delayed diagnoses affected real people. That experience, combined with a growing interest in AI and health, led her to change direction. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Problems with overthinking and how to solve it. Year 5 student at YCIS, Chongqing, China. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Use this relaxation technique to help you relax and stay calm. Year 5 student at YCIS, Chongqing, China. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Are you satisfied with your belonging and your history? Join an increasing number of people around the world who are connecting with their local heritage, reclaiming their cultural identity, and developing a sense of empowerment. In an era where we have a choice to change the world and make an impact, the best place to start is often at home, within your local community, because everything you need to feel like you belong is right here. Tama Coxshall is a 6th form student at Hautlieu School and a passionate advocate for Jèrriais—the native language of Jersey. Known online as Bordelot on TikTok, Tama is using her voice and platform to breathe new life into a language and culture she grew up without but now fiercely embraces. After delivering a moving reading at Jersey’s 80th Liberation Day ceremony, Tama continues to champion the power of reconnecting with heritage as a path to belonging and wellbeing. In this talk, Tama explores how rediscovering Jèrriais contributed to a strong identity and sense of belonging to the island. He highlights why preserving and celebrating local culture matters for everyone. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In his TEDxBIC talk, Rajiv Khatri, senior journalist at News24 Nepal, offers a compelling reminder of journalism’s highest responsibility — truth.As misinformation floods our screens and bias distorts headlines, Rajiv advocates for fair, balanced, and ethical journalism. Through personal experiences and reflections from the field, he explains why honest reporting isn’t just important — it’s essential for democracy, awareness, and a more informed society.? About the Speaker: Rajiv Khatri is a senior journalist with News24 Nepal. Known for his grounded reporting and commitment to impartial storytelling, he continues to be a respected voice in Nepal’s media landscape.? This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx Rajiv Khatri is a senior journalist at News24 Nepal, known for his sharp reporting and calm yet impactful storytelling. With years of experience covering political and social affairs, Rajiv has built a trusted voice in Nepal's media landscape. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx