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Tobacco has similar risks and addictive qualities to drugs, yet it is still treated as a symbol product and sold legally. Given the social harms and health threats posed by tobacco, there is a strong argument to be made for its classification as a drug and stronger regulation.   Drugs are often associated with strong images, and because they are legally prohibited, people’s perceptions...

Diet Coke uses aspartame to provide zero calories and sweetness at the same time, but separating the optical isomers is key. The ability to remove the bitterness of aspartame and retain its sweetness is a key aspect of chemical engineering, which also plays an important role in pharmaceuticals, food, and other fields.   Diet Coke first appeared in 2005. Because of its zero calories, Diet...

Dyslexia is not just a reading disorder, it’s a condition caused by structural differences in the brain, and it’s often misunderstood in society. However, there are many examples of people with dyslexia being able to think creatively and innovatively. It’s important to correct the myths about dyslexia and understand it properly.   On the internet, disagreements between...

  The debate over whether Albert Einstein’s genius was genetic or the result of environment and education touches on the age-old question of nature versus nurture. In this article, we’ll compare the perspectives of nurture and genetic determinism, and highlight the impact of nurture on human behavior and personality.   Introduction We might wonder whether Albert Einstein was...

The negative perception and government regulation of gaming is largely based on stereotypes, and gaming can play a positive role in enriching leisure life and shaping new cultures.   My parents are very anti-gaming. If I play games at home, I’m sure to hear their scolding. Of course, they don’t directly sanction me, but it’s impossible to play normally in an atmosphere that...

This article explains why humans are expected to follow rules and laws in society, and explores why selfish behaviors such as free riding in team tasks can lead to long-term disadvantages. It compares narrow short-term benefits to broader long-term benefits, emphasizing that free riding negatively impacts an individual’s social trust and growth.   Humans live in societies. We live with...

Animal testing has played an essential role in advancing human medicine and science, but there are also strong arguments for respecting the rights and welfare of animals. What choice do we have between scientific advancement and animal rights?   There’s a hot debate among scientists these days about the need to abandon animal testing. The argument that animals have rights just like...

Humanity has made enormous sacrifices in two world wars, and tensions are still rising today with economic confrontations and nuclear threats. The possibility of a third world war still exists, but it may take a different form than in the past. Humanity is now at a crossroads where we need to consider what options we have for peace and coexistence.   Throughout human history, war has been an...

We live in an age where appearance is important, and many people use cosmetics to achieve this. Cosmetics are produced through a complex chemical process from sample creation to mass production. This process requires research and development by chemical engineers to improve efficiency and safety, which results in high-quality cosmetics.   Appearance isn’t everything, but we live in a...

Technological advances toward eternal life are increasingly making it possible to extend human life forever. However, it is still debated whether infinite life will bring happiness or lead to problems such as resource scarcity and social change.   Eternal life means immortality. It means that humans can live forever. Humans have been striving for eternal life since time immemorial, and with...