What do prisoners, endangered frogs, and hospital gowns share in common? In 2010 Nalini gave a TED talk with a call to action and a bold prison in Oregon responded. In this beautiful, inspiring talk she shows us the reciprocal benefits of tapestry thinking.

Dr. Nalini Nadkarni is passionate about trees. Known as the "Queen of the Forest Canopy", she has been a pioneer both in forest canopy ecological research and in public engagement of science. For three decades, Nalini has pursued research in the little-known world of forest treetops to understand the relationships of canopy-dwelling biota.

Nalini is passionate about sharing her research and science in general with people from all parts of society. In 1994, she created the International Canopy Network to facilitate communication among canopy researchers, educators, and conservationists. She brings science to diverse public audiences - especially those underserved by science institutions - by forging unique partnerships with church congregations, urban youth, artists, rap singers, sports figures, and the incarcerated.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx