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In Franz Kafka’s The Metamorphosis, what questions does the protagonist’s transformation into a giant worm raise about the reasons for human existence and relationships?

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Franz Kafka’s The Metamorphosis is a deep reflection on the reason for human existence, loss, and alienation as the protagonist turns into a worm. Relationships and belonging are important, but even in the face of loss, humans continue to live, finding hope in their inner world and in various possibilities.   What if I woke up one day to find myself transformed into a giant bug, and...

How are vertical farms revolutionizing traditional agriculture and could they be the solution to future food challenges?

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Vertical farming is a space-efficient way of growing crops that overcomes the limitations of traditional agriculture. To address the food challenges of growing populations and expanding cities, vertical farms, which grow crops indoors in controlled environments, offer significant advantages in terms of productivity and efficiency, but they also face challenges in terms of upfront costs and energy...

What were some of the most valuable experiences and lessons I learned about collaboration and problem-solving during my construction volunteer abroad?

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As a Habitat for Humanity volunteer, I realized the importance of cooperation and problem-solving during my 10 days of service in Cambodia, where I experienced construction, education, and interaction with the local people. I learned the value of personal growth and meaningful service through nightly meetings to coordinate opinions and resolve conflicts among volunteers.   With a friend, I...

What is the balance between advancing ethical standards and scientific progress in clinical trials?

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This article examines how ethical standards for human experimentation have evolved, with the backdrop of medical advances gained through unethical biomedical experimentation by the Nazis and the Japanese Empire during World War II. It discusses how to balance ethical standards with scientific progress, and includes historical examples and contemporary perspectives on clinical trials.   The...

How has lighting changed human life and how do different light sources affect our lives and sensibilities today?

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Lighting has evolved over the course of human history, from natural light to the creation of artificial light. From ancient torches to modern LEDs, various light sources have evolved and played an important role in human life, emotions, and the aesthetics of architecture.   Lighting has evolved with humanity. In the distant past, humans lived solely by sunlight, moonlight, and starlight...

Is our personality and life shaped by our genes, our environment, or a combination of both?

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Our personality and the way we live our lives are not determined by either our genes or our environment, but by the interaction of both. Genes and environment each play an important role, and their complex interactions have a profound effect on our personality and nature.   Is our personality something we are born with or something we make? If we were asked this question as children, we...

Did you know that the things you use every day wouldn’t exist without petrochemicals?

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Petrochemicals play an essential role in our lives, and many of our clothes, homes, and electronics are made of petrochemical products. They are used in all aspects of life, not only as fuels but also to synthesize a wide variety of materials, and they make important contributions to advancing science and technology and solving environmental problems.   Do you know exactly what you’re...

Why are hydrogen fuel cells the next big energy source to address environmental concerns and fossil fuel depletion?

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Hydrogen fuel cells are a renewable energy source that can solve the problems of fossil fuel depletion and environmental pollution. It generates energy by reversing the decomposition of water, and it is noiseless and does not have to worry about resource depletion. It is also highly anticipated as a future energy source due to its high efficiency and various application possibilities.  ...

Could cryonics revolutionize the treatment of terminal illness and space travel in the future?

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Cryonics is being studied as a way to treat terminal illnesses and extend life, and it is also expected to play a role in future industries such as space development. However, despite the success of the cooling phase, there are still many challenges to overcome, such as brain damage during the thawing process. Scientists are still hoping to overcome this with future technologies.   People...

From Object-Oriented to Functional: What is the paradigm shift in modern software development and what is the mainstream approach of the future?

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This article covers the changes and evolution of programming paradigms, explaining the characteristics and advantages of procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming. The main paradigms used in modern software development are complementary to each other, and there are expectations for new paradigms to emerge in the future.   Although object-oriented programming is the most widely...

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