Christoph Niemann: You are fluent in this language (and don't even know it)
Michael Bierut: How to design a library that makes kids want to read
When Michael Bierut was tapped to design a logo for public school libraries, he had no idea that he was embarking on a years-long passion project. In this often hilarious talk, he recalls his obsessive quest to bring energy, learning, art and graphics into these magical spaces where school librarians can inspire new generations of readers and th...
Christopher Newman: Seeking Celestial Eden, Protecting the space environment
In recent years, we have seen a considerable resurgence of interest in space activities. In particular our understanding of what ‘can’ be achieved has been radically transformed by technological progress. Yet, the question of what ‘should’ be achieved is equally, if not more, important. This talk breaks down the moral and legal questions which u...