"Wisdom begins in wonder" – Socrates
Category: Other-science
Virtual Instruments
03/10/23
“How can computers simulate musical instruments?”
Musical instruments come in all shapes and sizes. However, sometimes we don’t have enough room or money to purchase every type we want. Furthermore, it might be difficult to create digital music with them. To get around this, we can use computers to simulate virtual instruments. Virtual instruments are powerful and are used by some of the leading music composers around the world.
Why Abortion Access is a Fundamental Human Right
03/08/23
“Why is abortion access a fundamental human right?”
The United Nations’ Declaration of Human Rights is one of the most authoritative documents in enshrining the rights people of the world have. Article 27 of the passage states that Women, girls, and people who can become pregnant have the right to the benefits of scientific progress. This includes safe access to abortions. Furthermore, Article 18 enshrines religious freedom as a fundamental right. Given that some religions like Judaism require abortion access to necessary to protect the health, and mental or physical well-being of the woman/pregnant person, denying it would be an infringement. These are only a few of the reasons Why Abortion Access is a Fundamental Human Right.
To Celebrate International Women’s Day, please make a donation to Planned Parenthood. Abortion rights in the U.S. are under attack and need as much support as possible.
Why Continuing Military Aid to Ukraine is Necessary for Planetary Survival
02/24/23
“Why is continuing military aid to Ukraine necessary for planetary survival?”
One year has now passed since the Russian State launched its genocidal invasion of Ukraine. Since then, hundreds of thousands of lives have been lost and over 12 million people have been displaced from their homes. However, the resilience of the Ukrainian people has not stopped. The country has taken back over half of its land stolen by Russia and has become a beacon to democracy ever.
Authoritarian leaders see Ukraine as a threat. If Russia is stopped, then invasions for territory will stay unpopular and absolute rule will be seen as inferior to fair and equal treatment of citizens. While many are beginning to have second thoughts about sending weapons, it’s important to step back and consider Why Continuing Military Aid to Ukraine is Necessary for Planetary Survival.
As a proud descendant of Jews from Odesa, I urge you to please do what you can to help Ukrainians under invasion right now here.
The 2023 Türkiye–Syria Earthquake
02/08/23
“What happened in the 2023 Türkiye–Syria earthquake?”
On February 6th at 04:17 am Istanbul time, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Southern Türkiye and Northwestern Syria. The event was so strong that it caused structural damage as far away as Cyprus and Israel. Multiple aftershocks followed that only wreaked more devastation. This was the most deadly earthquake recorded since the 2011 Japan Earthquake that ruptured the Fukushima reactor.
As of writing, the death toll has surpassed 11,000 and is rapidly rising. Many of these fatalities are due to the pulverization of infrastructure caused by the Syrian Civil War and corruption in the Erdoğan regime. Many civilians are still trapped under the rubble in brutal cold and need help with rescue. To help the victims of the The 2023 Türkiye–Syria Earthquake, please send donations to the Syrian White Helmets and the Turkish AKUT Search and Rescue Association.
How Digitization Can Help Preserve Historical Records
01/20/23
“How can digitization help preserve historical records?”
Historical records are one of the foundations of human culture. Whether it be ancient Babylonian clay tablets or 19th-century Bengali love letters, these items hold a preserve of what life was like in the past. But like all objects in the universe, they are subject to decay. Harsh weather can run ink out of documents, wars can lead to the burning of libraries, and entropy can naturally wear down materials. So what can we do to prevent their loss? Well, one solution comes through the use of digitization. By digitizing historical records, or uploading images of them to computer systems, we can have copies free of physical constraints. Not only can we create backups of this to last long periods of time, but we can pass them around databases so the entire world has them This is How Digitization Can Help Preserve Historical Records.
Why Transparent Device Covers Should Be Used for Engineering Education
01/01/23
“Why should transparent device covers be used for engineering education?”
Engineers learn many skills by analyzing how devices work. However, much of the time they are protected by a physical cover, blurring everything out of site. But if these were replaced with transparent covers, then every detail will be up for view. This will show the true beauty of human ingenuity. Clocks will have their intricate gears visible, blow driers their electromechanical workings, and countless more items. Engineers can greatly improve their understanding of the field if they have access to this. This is Why Transparent Device Covers Should Be Used for Engineering Education.
Combat Medics
12/30/22
“Who are the people responsible for treating wounded soldiers on the field?”
Soldiers can become injured during combat. When this happens, they might need immediate medical attention. So who might step in to help? Well, what if we were to have dedicated personnel trained in emergency medical treatment who can care for and evacuate the patient? These people come in the role of Combat Medics and are essential for saving soldiers’ lives.
Why Anti-Black Racism is Going to Skyrocket With Elon Musk’s Takeover of Twitter
10/27/22
“Why will anti-Black Racism skyrocket with Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter?”
Anti-Black racism thrives on internet sites where there is little-to-no moderation. While Twitter was able to limit some of this because of controls, taking them away means that racists will be able to spread their hate in public. More people will listen and become indoctrinated, exacerbating anti-Black racism. This is Why Anti-Black Racism is Going to Skyrocket With Elon Musk’s Takeover of Twitter.
Why the Market Will Be Ripe for a Less-Toxic Twitter Replacement if Elon Musk Finally Buys the Company
10/21/22
“Why will the market be ripe for a less-toxic Twitter replacement if Elon Musk finally buys the company?”
Twitter already has a reputation for having a toxic environment. However, things will get much worse if Elon Musk purchases the company. The lack of any regulation is going to drive people to new sites that have better toxicity control. This is Why the Market Will Be Ripe for a Less-Toxic Twitter Replacement if Elon Musk Finally Buys the Company.
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