Natalie has a B.Sc. in Mechanical engineering from the University of Calgary and a master's degree in Aerospace engineering from the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies. She also participated in internships at NASA Goddard Spaceflight Center, and at the International Space University Space Studies Program at NASA Ames Research Center, working on a mission to Mars. Natalie currently works at MDA Space Missions (of Canadarm legacy) as a Mission Systems and Operations Engineer.

We are excited to announce the first speaker for TEDxYouth@Toronto 2012 - Dr. Jeremy Friedberg!

Jeremy is a co-founder of Spongelab Interactive. The Toronto-based studio employs unique educational strategies using 2D/3D environments and game-based learning, integrated with intelligent feedback and assessment tools for the education market. Jeremy holds a Doctorate in molecular genetics and biotechnology from the University of Guelph. He has been involved extensively in both public and private scientific education programs, consults and designs for a number of publishers and major interactive educational exhibits, and volunteers extensively in helping promote science education and science careers to high school students.

(R)evolution

This year's theme focuses on the evolution of our society, as well as the revolutionary ideas, visionaries and movements that have made the world a better place. TEDxYouth@Toronto 2012 will be a celebration of positive change and will inspire you to challenge the status quo by showcasing a line-up of leading revolutionaries within their fields. We bring to you the evolved revolution.

The power to affect positive societal change lies with each and every one of you - what does (R)evolution mean to you?



TEDxYouth@Toronto 2012
Date: Nov, 17, 2012. Time TBA
Location: Ontario Science Center

Stay tuned for more information regarding applications and speakers!

We hope to see everyone again at TEDxYouth@Toronto 2012!