TEDxYuehai St Studio

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

• Cynthia Jia

  Orangecat Lab Founder

  Cynthia Jia is a student, multidisciplinary thinker, and storyteller with a passion for exploring the connections between literature, philosophy, biology, and anthropology. She is the founder of Orangecat Lab, a creative platform amplifying young voices, and actively works on initiatives that bridge education, mental health, and community. Driven by a deep belief in the transformative power of storytelling—whether through writing, music, or conversation—Cynthia aims to inspire connection and challenge perspectives through the stories she shares.

• Ivy

  Post-00s researcher of Qiaopi

  来自广东潮汕的Ivy，家族的根基在这里。生活在一个传统的广东大家庭，Ivy对于广东的家族观念一直感悟颇深。偶然接触到侨批这一文化，发觉家族观念在其中有相当的体现，又因家中有部分华侨背景，有了初步兴趣。

• Jason Zhang

  Founder and President of High School Sustainable Development Goals Whale Done Initiative Club

  Jason Zhang is the president and founder of the Whale Done Initiative SDG Club, where he leads a team of over 20 peers to drive sustainability through action. He has spearheaded six eco-projects, collaborated with local NGOs, delivered more than 10 speeches, and managed a public platform to raise awareness. Committed to inspiring students and communities, Jason emphasizes the power of small individual decisions to create a collective impact for a greener future.

• Kaylee Hiuhong Zhang

  Aspiring Researcher in Immunotherapy

  Aspiring Researcher in Immunotherapy

• Michelle Jialin Cen

  Celadon Heritage Inheritor

  Michelle Jialin Cen is a cultural innovator dedicated to reviving Mi-se porcelain—China’s ancient "secret-color" celadon—by integrating this timeless art form into modern life. She is also an independent designer specializing in enamel jewelry, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. Beyond her work in cultural heritage, Michelle is also an advocate for environmental policy, drawing on her research in environmental economics. She has held key leadership roles in organizations such as the Harvard BPC Operation Department (Southern China Division), which promotes business education for Chinese youth, and has consistently demonstrated a passion for bridging tradition and innovation.

• Youjia Ji

  Aspiring Autism Researcher

  Youjia Ji is passionate about psychology and autism research. She focuses on addressing misconceptions about autism and promoting awareness and inclusion. Through her work, she explores how social perceptions shape the understanding of neurodiversity.

• Yuchen Yao

  Youth Anthropological Observer

  Yuchen Yao is passionate about anthropology, environmental studies, and cultural dialogue. Through fieldwork in Sanjiangyuan, he explored the synergy between nomadic traditions and modern ecological science. He is dedicated to promoting the integration of cultural wisdom and scientific innovation for a sustainable future.