Theme: Hidden Stories

TEDxOdense will take place at the cultural venue of Magasinet, Farvergården 19, 5000 Odense, Friday February 2nd 2024.

Join us for unique and exclusive talks with Ideas Worth Spreading brought to you by live speakers on the famous Red Dot. This year you will hear hidden stories from a diverse range of voices.

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Friday 2nd February 2024
Time: 19:00 to 22:00, Doors open at 18:00
Location: Magasinet, Farvergården 19, 5000 Odense
Audience: 400+ curious thinkers
Theme: HIDDEN STORIES
Content: Experience the world famous TEDx talks from a wide range of topics, 6 live speakers, and ideas worth spreading.
Intermission: There will be a short break, where refreshments are available for purchase.
Event language: English

If you have a question you can mail us info@tedxodense.com

About TEDxOdense:
We make great ideas accessible and spark conversation right here in the heart of Odense. We want our city to be inspired by our speakers’ unique passions and commitment to innovation. The event will open your mind and expand your perceptions.

This year TEDxOdense will take place on Friday February 2nd 2024 at Magasinet, Farvergården 19, 5000 Odense,

What can you expect?
To meet brilliant speakers. TEDxOdense speakers are hidden gems. We focus on undiscovered stars; big thinkers who are true game changers. Hearing these amazing speakers in person makes this a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

You will be able to hear from fantastic, diverse and engaged people from an array of industries and backgrounds.

* Please note that TEDx Talks cover a wide range of topics, and some talks may be unsuitable for children, or those of a sensitive nature. Viewer discretion is advised. Program is subject to change.

We are so looking forward to having you in our audience!

Magasinet
Farvergården 19
Odense, Syddanmark, 5000
Denmark

Joel Mario Vej-Nielsen

Molecular Biologist

Joel Mario Vej-SNelsen holds a PhD from the University of Southern Denmark where he studied protein chemistry, cell culture techniques, and synthetic biology. In a world of complex ideas, he has honed his skill as a presenter to make science understandable and engaging. He is currently pushing the boundaries of modern diagnostics with his work on protein analysis at the Odense-based company, Evosep. Join him as he unveils the stories hidden deep inside the proteins in our blood, and uncover what they may tell us about our future.

Julian Bergsø Dimitrov

Student

I love challenge, it runs through my veins and everyday activities. This is reflected in my highly varied hobbies ranging from digital art, karate, and chess to weightlifting. I began my educational journey in a Danish school but decided to switch to the IGCSE program (P6) to uncover challenges. I love to approach normalities from an alternate perspective, uncovering hidden gems. Taboo rarely shies me away. Along with this lie my deep- rooted family values. They are the only thing I would never take for granted. Empathy is my nature, and traveling is at my heart.

Kirstine Finne Thomsen

Student

Hey, I’m Kirstine, a 15-year-old Danish born and raised individual on a quest to squeeze the most out of life. I’m the kind of nature-loving, always-up-for-an-adventure kind of person who can be an absolute idiotic goofball around friends while simultaneously contemplating the meaning of the universe (think: shower thoughts outside of the shower). Music is simultaneously my vibe and the go-to refuge, while reading, binging shows, and doodling are the downtime favourites. I’ve got absolutely zero plans for the future, just a desire to learn interesting stuff, roam the world and see where the wind takes me.

Kriti Prajapati

Engineer by mistake, comedian by choice.

Kriti made her mark in Denmark with her unique blend of cultural humour after completing a rigorous 2-year acting program at the Commedia School in Copenhagen. As a well-known figure in the English comedy world in Denmark, Kriti clinched the Toastmasters International's Humorous Speech Championship in India in 2015 and Denmark in 2018. Her entertaining and astute take on cultural shocks in Denmark has endeared her to audiences, leading to numerous sold-out shows, including “Almost Danes", "My Big Fat Indian Wedding", and "Don't Leave Us Alone with the Danes”. Kriti's journey from engineering to comedy, coupled with her ability to weave humour into everyday experiences helps her uncover the hidden joy in even the most challenging situations.

Mathias Dahl Nørregaard

Student

My name is Mathias Dahl Nørregaard, I am 16 years old and have, prior to my stay at Odense International School (OIS), been a student at Aaløkkeskolen, and US Rochester Riverside school. If I were to describe myself, I would mention that I am highly competitive, passionate, considerate (especially towards others perspectives), and hopefully in the view of others, humouristic, caring and polite. As for myself, I tend to find my interest in being social with friends, going to athletics, but also once in a while tend to enjoy video games. As a matter of fact i also find interest in complex subjects, covering ground of astrophysics and mathematics.

Simon Vilms Pedersen

Researcher

Simon is a multidisciplinary researcher and Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the University of Southern Denmark. Part researcher and part entrepreneur, Simon has won awards from both the European Space Agency and Nordic Energy Research. Simon started his academic career looking at the unglamorous world of fertilization with manure. Getting knee-deep in muddy fields allowed him to understand the hidden emissions from agriculture. He then combined his work with manure with the high-tech worlds of optics and machine learning. He has put considerable effort into the unlikely question ‘Can we measure pig poop from space?’. - The answer, and his journey, will surprise you.

Stephen Alstrup

Algorithm Professor

Stephen Alstrup serves as an algorithm professor at the University of Copenhagen, has been a trusted advisor to the Danish Government, and is an expert advisor to the Danish Data Protection Agency. Stephen has a rich entrepreneurial background as a co-founder of Supwiz, a leading Danish AI SaaS company, and previously the co-founder of Octoshape, an online streaming solution, reaching hundreds of millions of users. Stephen co-founded the professional Data Ethics Council and also played a pivotal role in the establishment of the IT University in Copenhagen.

Vedrana Rogoznica

Robotics Entrepreneur

Meet Vedrana Rogoznica, a 26-year-old Croatian entrepreneur and visionary in the field of robotics. Holding an MSc in Business Administration from SDU, she embarked on a transformative journey when she moved to Denmark in 2020. Vedrana is set to share her inspiring story driven by her motto, "Life is about intentionally creating meaningful moments and things." As the co-founder of a playful robotics business aimed at children, Vedrana has harnessed her entrepreneurial spirit to infuse joy into the realms of robotics, code, and technology. Through her talk, Vedrana aims to show that fostering an early love for robotics among children not only shapes their futures but also breaks down barriers and unlocks the hidden potential in us all.