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    explain the history and story behind the number one, and how this related to music. We did this through research of ancient mathematicians and the ratios that made music enjoyable to listen to. This was the first topic that introduced us to the relationship between humanism, science and technology. Throughout this course, we have studied numbers, poems and a significant amount of music, all of which have helped us to gain a better understanding of the relationship between humanism and science. So, what

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    evident sexism. While this movie did roughly indulge in the chronicles of previous space missions and the tension between the United States and Russia in the on going “Space Race”, there is very little mention of the science behind the mission, making this more of a poorly represented history movie than a scientific examination into the world of NASA, the Kennedy Space Center, and the mission of Apollo 13. Before explaining inconsistencies in the movie’s portrayal of the Apollo 13 mission, it can be

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    always approached learning. When I read about the joint economics program in the The Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Temper School of Business, I became enthralled by the prospect of college life at Carnegie Mellon. In this program, I can combine my career interests in financial modelling with a deep exploration of economics and other social sciences, allowing for cross-disciplinary learning. I am an explorer with an omnivorous intellectual appetite, a natural born researcher

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    The Technological Revolution

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    innovations, the American view of science and technology is constantly fluctuating. The ever-evolving image of science and technology in the United States is usually due to how the most recent developments in science and technology contribute, whether in a perceived positive of negative light. In times such as war, where technology essentially determines the outcome, the public’s perception of technology becomes essential, as well as the implementation of said technology. Many other factors are pertinent

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    The information provided in this career manual can help to better prepare someone who is considering to go into microbiology as a career because I have outlined a description of the career to include the duties and history of this career field. The article summary shows an example of the career research. I explained how I am going to become a microbiologist, as well as the schooling and qualifications required to become a microbiologist. There is information about related fields and the future outlook

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    studies human history through the excavation of sites and the examination of artifacts. Archaeologists study the past to learn more about the lives and cultures of people before. The science of archaeology is a relatively new and quickly growing field; yet, as expected with science, numerous ethical and controversial issues have emerged. The history of archaeology plays an important role in the controversial issues surrounding the science. Archaeology has only recently become a concrete science. Although

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    Technology advancements have had a tremendous impact on American society and culture, since the dropping of the atomic bomb in 1945. Whether it is political, economical, or scientific, technology has transformed American culture into what it is today. Through advancements in the 1950’s up until the 2000’s one can see the dramatic alteration each generation has gone through. From tech boom in the late 1950’s, to the Apollo mission in the late 1960’s, up until the “CNN effect,” one can see how each

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    they would be like. As people are trying to find life on other planets today. The fear that people will potentially mess up the world by advancing in science too far. Due to the fact that the world today quickly advancing in all types of sciences That you can achieve any goals that you really want to. That being able to excel in the sciences is very possible. Uses sub-genres throughout the film such as comedy, romance and adventure. People always being curious about their future

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    evolution. As we evaluate the comparative analysis between Einstein and Darwin we can understand: the development of science, the function of science, and the meaning

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    of life, however a strong moral compass is needed to make sure, in the name of science, ethical and moral science are not crossed. Brave New World, written by Aldous Huxley, and the movie Gattaca propose a technologically advanced society that challenges these ethical and moral views. Although Brave New World and Gattaca relate in the aspect of genetic discrimination, they differ in the limits and powers of technology and the effects of human spirit. Both Brave New World and Gattaca emphasize genetic

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