The make-up of any object reveals only one part of its secret. The rest depends on the arrangement at the macro, micro and nano level. Professor Gross shows us how arrangement is essential for optimal performance - whether it's the components of technical, life-improving products or the details of the ingredients of your favourite summer treat. His passion for crystals brings us closer to breakthroughs in synthetic material development for bone implants.

Karlis Agris Gross is a materials engineer who has dedicated his career to the development of orthopaedic materials. His insight into the micro and nano scale cosmos allows him to consider how the arrangement of materials can improve performance - both of orthopaedic components and of gelato - his not-so-secret passion.

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