31 March 2009

TED and National Geographic: Shared mission, shared planet, shared stage

National Geographic shares stories that inspire people to care for our world, and TED leverages the power of ideas to change the world. It could be said that we share some common ground.

Unsurprisingly, almost half of the National Geographic Explorers, as well as a few members of their staff, have given TEDTalks. Below the jump is a list of links to all the talks that bring TED and National Geographic together.

Here's National Geographic Explorer and TED Prize 2009 winner Sylvia Earle:

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07 January 2009

What can fossils teach us? Paul Sereno on TED.com

Strange landscapes, scorching heat and (sometimes) mad crocodiles await scientists seeking clues to evolution's genius. Paleontologist Paul Sereno talks about his surprising encounters with prehistory -- and a new way to help students join the adventure. (Recorded February 2005 in Monterey, California. Duration: 21:46.)

Watch Paul Sereno's talk on TED.com, where you can download this TEDTalk, rate it, comment on it and find other talks and performances from our archive of 350+ TEDTalks -- including more talks about evolution.

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