Past TEDx event

TEDxMNNIT

Tessellate - Every Piece of Matter

Took placeMarch 28, 202612:00 PM - 6:00 PM (GMT+5:30)
LocationAllahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
FormatUniversity
"Tessellate – Every Piece of Matter" What if everything around us from atoms to ecosystems, from human connections to the expanding universe is part of a grand, repeating pattern? "Tessellate – Every Piece of Matter" is a journey into the hidden geometry of reality, where science, technology, and human experience interlock like perfectly fitted tiles. This TEDx talk explores how the principle of tessellation is not just a concept from mathematics or art, but a universal language that explains how matter organizes, how systems become efficient, and how small individual units create complex, meaningful structures. From crystal lattices and neural networks to sustainable cities and collaborative innovation, the talk reveals how seemingly separate pieces come together to form something complete, continuous, and beautiful. At its heart, this is a story about connection, how every particle, every idea, and every individual has a place in the larger design. When we understand our role in this vast tessellated reality, we begin to see that nothing exists in isolation; we are all essential pieces of a greater pattern.

Speakers

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  • Capt. Dharmveer Singh

    Indian Army Veteran | Entrepreneur

    Capt. Dharmveer Singh, a proud Army veteran from Gorakhpur, began his journey in Hindi medium schools and represented Uttar Pradesh in Under-16 National Cricket (1994). Defying expectations, he pursued Japanese Honours from Jawaharlal Nehru University and later completed post-graduation from NMIMS. His life took a defining turn when he joined the Indian Army, serving five impactful years, including a two-year counterinsurgency tenure in Jammu & Kashmir. After the Army, he transitioned into entrepreneurship, founding FORCE to mentor defence aspirants and running Apache, a Human Resources & HSE company, while contributing strategically to Apache Kriti. A FIT INDIA Ambassador and Youth Icon Awardee (2021), he is a 16-time TEDx speaker, certified mountaineer (NIM), and endurance runner with 22 full and 50+ half marathons. A global representative with Rotary International, he continues to inspire youth to dream big and chase relentlessly.

  • Dr. Brajesh Maheshwari

    Co-Founder Director, ALLEN Career Institute

    One city. One vision. One institution that changed everything. In 1988, Brajesh Maheshwari co-founded ALLEN Career Institute in Kota with one belief that world-class education should reach every student not just the privileged few .Today, millions of IIT and NEET success stories trace back to one man's relentless belief in the power of great teaching. His journey proves that when you commit to a purpose bigger than yourself, you don't just build a career. You build a legacy.

  • Gaurav Attri

    Product Management Mentor | AI-Driven Product Strategist

    What does it take to stand out in a world driven by AI? Gaurav Attri is helping students answer that question. Having mentored 200+ learners from IITs, NITs, and IIMs into top product roles, he focuses on turning ideas into real-world impact. His work bridges the gap between classroom knowledge and industry execution, equipping students with clarity, direction, and the mindset to build what truly matters.

  • Pankaj Chadha

    Senior Partner, S.R. Batliboi Professional Services | Board Advisor | Chartered Accountant

    With over 33 years of professional excellence across India and global markets, Pankaj Chadha has built a distinguished career as a Chartered Accountant, seasoned auditor, and trusted board advisor. An alumnus of Harvard Business School and INSEAD, he brings rare depth across IPOs, M&A, ESG, and finance transformation — spanning sectors from Healthcare to Technology and Infrastructure. His career is a testament to the quiet power of expertise, credibility, and long-term trust.

  • Shriya Lohia

    India’s First Female Formula 4 Racer | Young Achiever

    At just 16, Shriya Lohia became India’s first female Formula 4 racer, breaking into one of the most competitive, male-dominated sports. Starting karting at 9, she has already secured 30+ podium finishes and earned the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar. Balancing academics with elite racing, her journey is a masterclass in starting early, staying consistent, and turning passion into results while everyone else is still figuring things out.

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