The University of Chicago Wisdom Research Forum 2014, published August 6, 2014, featured three lectures. Jason Swartwood,

The University of Chicago Wisdom Research Forum 2014, published August 6, 2014, featured three lectures. Jason Swartwood, a philosophy doctoral candidate at the University of Minnesota, explored how wisdom is defined and recognized.

Sayuri Hayakawa from the University of Chicago Psychology Department discussed how bilingualism and language influence cognition. She noted that a lack of expertise can sometimes enhance creativity and lead to wiser decisions.

Guilherme Albieri of SUNY presented on wisdom's relationship to academic and clinical success. He highlighted that wise individuals possess superior self-regulatory and interpersonal skills, which mediate their interaction with the environment.

Janine Benyus, Jason McLennan, and David McConville discuss the relationship between human lives, nature,

Janine Benyus, Jason McLennan, and David McConville discuss the relationship between human lives, nature, and ecological design.

Their insights are drawn from speeches given at the 2013 Bioneers Annual Conference.

This content was published on December 9, 2013.

Permaculture entrepreneur Jason Raschke showcases his urban oasis, demonstrating how to transform an urban yard. His approach focuses on restoring native habitats, attracting birds and bees, and

Permaculture entrepreneur Jason Raschke showcases his urban oasis, demonstrating how to transform an urban yard. His approach focuses on restoring native habitats, attracting birds and bees, and cultivating food crops.

Compost and worm bins are integral to this sustainable ecosystem.

Jason Flom's remarkable journey spans from aspiring musician and drug-addicted college dropout to music industry mogul and leading criminal justice reform advocate. A newspaper article on January

Jason Flom's remarkable journey spans from aspiring musician and drug-addicted college dropout to music industry mogul and leading criminal justice reform advocate. A newspaper article on January 31, 1992, ignited his mission to end mass incarceration.

For over 25 years, Flom has championed freeing the innocent, reforming bail, eliminating mandatory sentencing, abolishing the death penalty, and ending the war on drugs. As Founder & CEO of Lava Media and a Founding Board Member of The Innocence Project, he powerfully reminds us that we can all make a difference.

This inspiring talk was delivered at TEDxLuziraPrison.

Architect and designer Jason F. McLennan champions a revolution in our built environment, envisioning spaces as elegant as nature that nurture human communities. He aims to shift our civilization

Architect and designer Jason F. McLennan champions a revolution in our built environment, envisioning spaces as elegant as nature that nurture human communities. He aims to shift our civilization from degradation to regeneration.

Recognized as one of the world’s most influential green building visionaries, McLennan is a highly sought-after designer and thought leader. He won the prestigious Buckminster Fuller Prize and is lauded as the 'Wayne Gretzky' of the green building industry. Learn more about Jason F. McLennan here.

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Jason Saul, a leading expert in social impact measurement, delivered a TEDxChicago talk titled "How to restore trust in Government."

As Founder and CEO of Mission Measurement, he advises

Jason Saul, a leading expert in social impact measurement, delivered a TEDxChicago talk titled "How to restore trust in Government."

As Founder and CEO of Mission Measurement, he advises governments, corporations, foundations, and nonprofits. His work focuses on maximizing the return on their social initiatives.

Saul is also the author of numerous books and articles on social strategy and measurement.