TED@NAS

TED@NAS is an ideas-focused event that has convened speakers across multiple editions including 2019, 2024, 2025, and 2026. The speaker lineup reflects a concentration on science and environmental topics, drawing from fields including oceanography, astrophysics, environmental science, and science journalism. Notable speakers have included oceanographer Angelicque White, astrophysicist Risa Wechsler, environmental scientist Kelsey Johnson, and science journalist Molly Webster. The event has also featured speakers working at the intersection of policy, innovation, and institutional practice, such as museum innovation expert Amanda Schochet and environmental policy leader Mike Brown. This mix suggests TED@NAS brings together perspectives on natural systems, sustainability, and how scientific understanding translates into public engagement and policy.