Airline delays and cancellations cost over $50 billion annually. Hamsa Balakrishnan, an MIT Bisplinghoff Professor, addresses this critical issue, proposing AI and network analytics to build

Airline delays and cancellations cost over $50 billion annually. Hamsa Balakrishnan, an MIT Bisplinghoff Professor, addresses this critical issue, proposing AI and network analytics to build resilience against expected and unexpected disruptions in air travel.

Her research focuses on control and optimization algorithms for large-scale air transportation systems. Her contributions include airport congestion control, air traffic routing, machine learning for delay prediction, and environmental impact mitigation. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Assistant Professor Veronique Oldham will explore how three chemical reactions profoundly shaped our world, answering the question: "What would our oceans look like without oxygen?"

Dr.

Assistant Professor Veronique Oldham will explore how three chemical reactions profoundly shaped our world, answering the question: "What would our oceans look like without oxygen?"

Dr. Oldham, an expert in Chemical Oceanography, began her career studying chemistry in Canada, then researched metals in seawater in Bermuda. After completing her PhD and post-doctoral work, she joined URI’s Graduate School of Oceanography. Her current research focuses on intense redox chemistry in coastal oceans, hydrothermal vents, and polar systems.

This insightful talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at TEDx website.

Solomon Hsiang, an associate professor of Public Policy at the University of California Berkeley, explores the concept of 'wealth transfer'.

He discusses its meaning and implications for

Solomon Hsiang, an associate professor of Public Policy at the University of California Berkeley, explores the concept of 'wealth transfer'.

He discusses its meaning and implications for the United States population as climate change continues.

While predictive algorithms aid shopping or entertainment, Dr. Hany Farid questions their place in the courthouse. The Dartmouth professor investigates the inherent dangers and potential biases of

While predictive algorithms aid shopping or entertainment, Dr. Hany Farid questions their place in the courthouse. The Dartmouth professor investigates the inherent dangers and potential biases of these recommendation engines when applied to the criminal justice system.

Farid, a digital forensics expert, emphasizes the critical need to balance an open internet with reining in online abuses, a complex task vital for healthy online communities. He is Chair of Computer Science at Dartmouth and a Senior Adviser to the Counter Extremism Project.

This discussion occurred at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought fear and stress. To nurture happiness during these unprecedented times, Dr. Dacher Keltner, founding director of the Greater Good Science Center and professor at

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought fear and stress. To nurture happiness during these unprecedented times, Dr. Dacher Keltner, founding director of the Greater Good Science Center and professor at UC Berkeley, joins INFORUM. He will share stories, tips, and resources to help listeners cope with challenges like social distancing, financial stress, and how to thrive.

This program is supported by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative and the Canet Foundation. For more information, upcoming events, or to become a member, visit commonwealthclub.org. You can also donate to support the Club.

Professor Jaime Toney, an Environmental and Climate Science expert at the University of Glasgow, uses organic geochemistry to study how Earth responds to climate change. Her talk offers a unique

Professor Jaime Toney, an Environmental and Climate Science expert at the University of Glasgow, uses organic geochemistry to study how Earth responds to climate change. Her talk offers a unique perspective from the Earth itself, exploring the future challenges we face due to a changing climate.

This insightful presentation was delivered at a TEDx event, an independently organized local community event following the TED conference format. For more information, visit the official TEDx website: https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Stanford Professor Gretchen Daily highlights the importance of stating our values and understanding human nature to address population growth effectively.

Further insights are available at:

Stanford Professor Gretchen Daily highlights the importance of stating our values and understanding human nature to address population growth effectively.

Further insights are available at: Aligning Profits with the Planet and Climate One.

Professor Bent Erik Bakken, Chief Analyst for DNV GL’s Energy Transition Outlook, asserts that the drop in energy demand due to COVID-19 advanced the fossil fuel peak to 2019.

With nearly

Professor Bent Erik Bakken, Chief Analyst for DNV GL’s Energy Transition Outlook, asserts that the drop in energy demand due to COVID-19 advanced the fossil fuel peak to 2019.

With nearly 40 years of experience in energy and security research, Bakken specializes in behavioral simulation modeling of complex systems. His award-winning work focuses on the interfaces between the green energy transition and energy-dependent organizations, driving strategic transformations. He holds a PhD from MIT.

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event, independently organized by the Carbon Tracker Initiative. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Josh Schimel is a Professor of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology at the University of California Santa Barbara.

His work explores "The Biogeochemistry of Drought," focusing on how

Josh Schimel is a Professor of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology at the University of California Santa Barbara.

His work explores "The Biogeochemistry of Drought," focusing on how microbial and ecosystem processes are linked under environmental stress.

Robert Reich delivered a plenary address.

He is the Chancellor’s Professor of Public Policy at the University of California, Berkeley, and a Senior Fellow at the Blum Center for

Robert Reich delivered a plenary address.

He is the Chancellor’s Professor of Public Policy at the University of California, Berkeley, and a Senior Fellow at the Blum Center for Developing Economies.