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Genetic modification is a common theme in science fiction movies, and unlike gene therapy, it’s a technology that improves human form or function. While popular media portrays it negatively, from an evolutionary perspective, genetic modification may be essential to our fast-paced modern society. The harmonization of genes and environment is important to adapt to rapid environmental change...

Humans have long been viewed as creatures of God, but Darwin’s theory of evolution changed this view. Today, humans are attempting to create new life forms through genetic manipulation, which could lead to conflict and war between new species and the current human race. The ethical and social implications of genetic manipulation must be carefully considered.   Historically, humans have...

The recent discovery of the Higgs boson and the eponymous bird controversy have brought the conflict between religion and science to the forefront, intensifying the debate between evolution and creationism. Theistic evolutionism attempts to reconcile the two, accepting creation as a belief and evolution as a process and viewing them as different categories. This has led to various attempts to...

Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that can differentiate into various body tissues and are divided into embryonic stem cells, adult stem cells, and induced pluripotent stem cells. These stem cells offer revolutionary possibilities for the treatment of several diseases, including leukemia, Parkinson’s disease, and diabetes, and induced pluripotent stem cells in particular are considered...

Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that have the ability to differentiate into specific cells and are characterized by their ability to divide indefinitely. They are categorized into embryonic stem cells, adult stem cells, and reverse differentiated stem cells, and are utilized in various fields such as regenerative medicine and drug development, but embryonic stem cells in particular have...

In the wake of the Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan, nuclear power is still important for reasons such as generating cheap electricity, combating global warming, and providing a reliable source of energy. On the other hand, we also have to consider the risk of radiation leaks and safety concerns. Along with the development of various renewable energy sources, it is essential to manage the...

The theory of intelligent design is controversial in the scientific community, claiming that life is the result of an intelligent designer rather than chance. Scientists criticize it as unprovable and contrary to positivism, but intelligent design offers the possibility of expanding the frontiers of science with new approaches that go beyond naturalism.   In his book Intelligent Design...

In this article, we will discuss the distinction and superiority of real and virtual reality through the story of “Phalaenopsis Orchid Dream” from “Zhuangzi”. There is no standard for distinguishing between the real and the fake, and the superiority of a choice depends on an individual’s subjective value judgment. This is similar to the conflict of Neo in the movie...

According to evolutionary theory, animals must act selfishly to win the competition for survival, yet some animals and humans exhibit altruistic behavior. How did altruistic behavior evolve, and what are the hypotheses behind it? This question is explored through the costly signaling hypothesis.   All animals, including humans, strive to maintain themselves and their species. According to...

Communication technology has evolved from ancient gestures and language, through the telegraph and telephone, to modern cell phones, satellite communications, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things. Early wired communication began with telegraphs using electromagnetic induction, and wireless communication developed based on Marconi’s wireless telegraph and Maxwell’s...