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  The success of Pokémon GO has shown the potential of augmented reality (AR) technology, but the privacy issues, social changes, and increased dependency that it will bring require careful preparation. It’s important to carefully analyze how AR will change our lives and work to solve the problems.   The promise and challenges of augmented reality On January 24, 2017, Pokémon GO...

This essay addresses the debate over whether the sophistication of the universe is the design of an omniscient deity or whether it exists as one of an infinite number of possibilities according to parallel universe theory. It explores the possibility and implications of parallel universes, comparing scientific theories and religious perspectives, focusing on Hugh Everett’s multiverse theory...

The development of computers and the Internet, starting in the 1990s, and the rise of smartphones and wearable devices have transformed human lifestyles into a networked form. However, this artificial evolution has its limits, and it is necessary to explore future evolutionary directions that overcome the physical distance between humans and machines.   In the 1990s, computers became...

The rapid mutation of influenza viruses and the uncertainty of which strains are circulating is why annual flu vaccination is essential. Boosting your immunity with vaccines and treatments and practicing good personal hygiene are key to preventing the flu.   ‘Tis the season for flu vaccinations. We’ve been hearing a lot in the news lately about the potential for a major flu...

Professor Rachan Oh, a Japanese professor who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2016, has made significant contributions to modern medicine through his research on the autophagy mechanism. Autophagy breaks down unnecessary substances in cells to help metabolize them, and it plays a key role in addressing Parkinson’s disease and other age-related issues. His research has...

Food and nutrition is not just about training dietitians and culinary arts, but also about exploring how certain eating habits are culturally shaped and why. It studies how food is connected to culture, history, and the environment, and can extend into a variety of fields that can contribute to the quality of life and health of humanity.   What do you think of when you hear the term food and...

The theory of relativity revolutionized our perception of time and space, and through special and general relativity, concepts such as the speed of light, gravity, and time delay have had a profound impact on modern physics and everyday life. These theories are at the core of technologies like GPS today, and Albert Einstein’s brilliant mind pushed scientific thinking to new heights.  ...

Humanity is advancing cyborg engineering and biotechnology with the goal of defeating death. This is forcing us to redefine what it means to be human and prepare for a time when the boundaries between body and consciousness are blurred.   Humans have long feared death and fundamentally sought immortality. This fear stems not only from the terror of facing the end of life, but also from the...

Big data is playing an integral role in the strategic planning of businesses and governments through the analysis of large amounts of information, enabling innovation across society. The era of efficient data utilization has come to determine competitiveness.   Big Data is the latest buzzword in the IT industry. At its simplest, big data literally means large amounts of information. In the...

The mobile games market is dominated by copying existing games rather than developing original games. This is caused by a lack of ownership and patent protection, which hinders market development. The establishment of an ownership and patent system is necessary to prevent monopolization by large companies and create a level playing field.   Anyone who owns a smartphone has probably played a...