Maria Gramatiuk, a high school student and aspiring researcher, addresses the critical question: "Will Global Climate Change Alter Fundamental Immune Reactivity And Child Health?" in her

Maria Gramatiuk, a high school student and aspiring researcher, addresses the critical question: "Will Global Climate Change Alter Fundamental Immune Reactivity And Child Health?" in her TEDxMedUniGraz 2020 talk. A versatile individual, Maria has excelled in science, winning awards in Human Biology and Medicine, and demonstrates strong leadership as Head of the Younger Scientific Group at the Ukrainian Biobank Association.

Her dedication to science and health is evident in her academic pursuits and extracurricular activities, including organizing scientific days. Maria's talk delves into why children are particularly vulnerable to climate change's health impacts. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Hollywood faces a stark gender inequality, with women directors representing a small fraction of filmmakers. This disparity is central to a heated gender discrimination battle, led by activist

Hollywood faces a stark gender inequality, with women directors representing a small fraction of filmmakers. This disparity is central to a heated gender discrimination battle, led by activist Maria Giese. She instigated Hollywood's gender equality movement, addressing the employment equity challenges behind #MeToo and #TimesUp.

Giese, a filmmaker, describes her vision for the post-#MeToo era. This insightful talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Grandmother Maria Alice Campos Freire, born in Brazil, endured war and persecution from a young age. At 17, she was imprisoned and tortured while pregnant. After becoming a political refugee in

Grandmother Maria Alice Campos Freire, born in Brazil, endured war and persecution from a young age. At 17, she was imprisoned and tortured while pregnant. After becoming a political refugee in Europe and Africa, she received amnesty to return to Brazil, where she led a spiritual community deep within the Amazon Rainforest. She shares insights into the Grandmothers and their vital mission.

Learn more about the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers here. A documentary featuring her teachings is available on DVD from the Earth & Spirit Council's website.