What's on the bottom of the ocean -- and how we're getting there

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August 2, 2019 Today's TED Talk A groundbreaking expedition to the bottom of all five oceans 7:51 minutes · TED2019 Victor Vescovo is leading the first-ever manned expedition to the deepest point of each of the world's five oceans. In conversation with TED science curator David Biello, Vescovo discusses the technology that's powering the explorations -- a titanium submersible designed to withstand extraordinary conditions -- and shows footage of a never-before-seen creature taken during his journey to the bottom of the Indian Ocean. Watch now » Playlist of the Day Tales of alien life What's out there waiting to make contact? Watch » 6 talks · Total run time 1:37:11 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.COM Implantable defibrillators save lives, but their shocks may cause PTSD. A look at a tricky medical tradeoff All medical technology carries a price. For implantable defibrillators -- which are designed to deliver peace of mind -- one of the biggest downsides is fear, says cardiologist Sandeep Jauhar. For patients, the question remains: What are you willing to give up to live a little longer? Read more »   Download the TED app

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