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This paper discusses the future ramifications of the scientific innovations of today. The paper suggests that through the work of scientists, human comfort and happiness has increased greatly, however it also concedes that one cannot know if negative ramifications will result from scientific discoveries. The paper provides some examples of scientific developments that have negative ramifications today.

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"There is one area of concern that science cannot totally resolve, unless it builds a time machine and can go into the future. That is, what are the total ramifications that result from science's wonders? Albert Einstein did not consider nuclear bombs when coming up with the equation of E=mc2 He considered himself a pacifist, yet encouraged the building of the bomb for fear that the Germans would create it first. He was looking toward the future. As he wrote to physicist Niels Bohr in December 1944, "When the war is over, then there will be in all countries a pursuit of secret war preparations with technological means, which will lead inevitably to preventative wars and to destruction even more terrible than the present destruction of life" (Clark, 2007, pg. 698). Then, close to death he stated: "I made one great mistake in my life... when I signed the letter to President Roosevelt recommending that atom bombs be made; but there was some justification - the danger that the Germans would make them." (Clark, 2007, pg. 752)."

Tags:exploration, atomic bomb, technology

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This paper describes the footprint and fossil discoveries from the Laetoli site. A comparison of findings from the Hadar site is mentioned. Past and current anthropological research from scientists Tim White, Don Johanson, Richard Leaky, Russell Tuttle, etc., is included

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"The Tanzanian site of Laetoli is a magnificent place located twenty-five miles southwest of Olduvai Gorge (Tattersall 147). Here, not only were ancient hominid remains unearthed, but human behavior was discovered recorded in the ancient sets of footprints that run across the site's grounds. These prints are currently the oldest hominid tracks known to mankind (149). Both the fossil remains and the 3.5 million year old tracks discovered at Laetoli have caused revelations in the archaeological record."

Tags:afarensis, anthropology, australopithecus, fossils, excavations, field, researchs

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This undergraduate essay discusses several recent findings and discoveries in the world of astronomy in 2003. The author examines the discoveries of a new galaxy thirteen-billion light years away, the finding of an unsuspected neighboring star of earth's sun, and several other new developments.

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This presents a comparison to two fictional characters and what lessons they learn from their experiences. Huckleberry Finn of "The Adventures of Huckleberry" and Henry Fleming of "Red Badge of Courage" each discover nature through their experiences and each learns lessons along the way. While they run away they run right into life and learn from it.

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This paper looks at the social issues surrounding the Discovery Channel's documentary regarding the supposed discovery of the tomb of Jesus. The paper ends with a personal view. The paper also discusses the sociological study of religion.

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"Now if Christ is preached as raised from the dead how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead. But if there is no resurrection of the dead then Christ has not been raised. If Christ has not been raised then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain. (Cor) Unlike the concern raised in the scripture above, John stone states that the sociological..."

Tags:Jesus' Tomb, religion, Discovery Channel Documentary

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This paper shows the positive and negative effects of the Age of Discovery on the society of the time. The European population largely enjoyed the positive benefits - exposure to new cultures and open trade routes, new goods and advanced technology. The negative impacts were felt by the populations who were "discovered" for the first time by the Europeans.

From the Paper
"Not unlike the way the "race for the moon" became the driving force of American scientific exploration during the 1950's and 1960's, the race to control the trade routes to the far reaches of the globe and to expand its technological knowledge of navigation became the driving force of Spanish foreign and domestic policy during the period of world history from the 15th to the 17th centuries. This period is also commonly called "The Age of Discovery" by European historians. The economic impact of Spain's forays into the New World or worlds ultimately changed the face of European knowledge of the world and the economic structure of Europe. Both the residents of Spain and Europe as a whole, however, experienced both positive and negative effects of this exploration. However, the effects upon Europe were on the whole largely beneficial, because of the increased exposure to new goods and the expansion of technology and knowledge that came as a result of colonization and exploration. However, the impact upon the existing inhabitants of the New World was largely negative."

Tags:europe, spain, portugal, discovery, technology, inhabitants, colonization, exploration, islam, christianity

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The paper argues that the essence of self-discovery in "Huckleberry Finn" is his journey towards maturity and his own identity. The paper traces the stages in Huck's emerging awareness of what is right or wrong that begins when Tom concocts a plot to free Jim and includes his life with the Widow Douglas, his growing relationship with Jim, the episode at the Grangerfords and his recognition of the Duke and Dauphin as frauds and liars. The paper shows how the ultimate self-discovery for Huck is being able to make the right decision regardless of rules, laws, social mores or the effect it might have on him.

From the Paper
"Among the themes in Huckleberry Finn - slavery, racism, escape - one of the most powerful themes is Huck's journey of self-discovery. From his adventures with Tom Sawyer to his elaborate escape from an abusive father, Huck Finn's journey down the great Mississippi parallels his journey of self-discovery. This awakening awareness occurs through a series of events forcing Huck to make decisions outside of the realm of normal boyhood. The quest for doing what is right can be long and sometimes muddy, just like the Mississippi. The answers Huck finds are within his heart and outside the restrictions placed by society. Choosing between social conformities (conscience) and his own feelings (heart) about what is right leads Huck to self-awareness and a defined purpose."

Tags:maturity, identity, morals, Widow, Douglas, Jim, Tom, Duke, Dauphin

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This paper positively reviews Michael Bliss' book about the medical discovery of insulin, stating that Bliss manages to relate the story of the discovery of insulin in an exciting, engaging way.

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"One might predict that a book detailing the history of a medical discovery might prove to be rather dull reading. However, The Discovery of Insulin by Michael Bliss demonstrates that this is certainly not necessarily the case. The story that Bliss relates has all the elements of an intriguing novel - fascinating characters, conflict, scandal, and inspirational outcomes. Yet, the book is a carefully researched document rather than a work of fiction. The human side of medical research is revealed, both in the activities and thoughts of the scientists involved in the discovery of insulin, and in the heartwarming stories of diabetes sufferers whose lives are saved by the discovery."

Tags:frederick, grant, banting, canadian, physician, practice, medicine, pancreative, ducts

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This paper looks at how James Joyce's protagonist in "Araby" travels to the bazaar on a quest to obtain an exotic treasure for his lady love and how, like a mythic hero, he has overcome obstacles on his journey. At the end of his voyage, however, he finds no Holy Grail but only flowery knick-knacks. It examines the narrator's journey of self-discovery, focusing on the author's use of narration, diction, imagery, and language to establish a tone that conveys this discovery.

From the Paper
"Joyce chose a first person narrator in this story. This choice is essential because it allows the reader to establish an immediate empathy for the protagonist as well as to overlook the foolishness of the boy's infatuation with his older neighbor. The narrator at first is a very innocent child: he reports matter-of-factly on the appearance of his street and the death of the priest who rented a room in his house. The speaker lists The Memoirs of Vidocq among the priest's few possessions, even claiming to like this book the best, but fails to see the irony in this choice of literature by a holy man."

Tags:bazaar, treasure

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This paper discusses the discovery of gold at Sutter's mill in 1848 and outlines the many changes it brought to the west. The paper details how the discovery of gold brought a socially libertarian society to California. The paper describes what the West was like before the gold rush, and examines the various changes which occurred thereafter. The writer provides opinions and views of various authors and historians on this topic.

From the Paper
"Though the two attempted to keep the discovery of the gold a secret, the word eventually spread from east, to west, to all over the globe. California's society would never be the same again. Prior to the discovery of gold at Sutter's mill, in January of 1848, most Americans considered the west a faraway land. It was populated by few, and almost no one wanted to change that. Frontiersman, trappers, and religious refugees populated it. For the most part, only the extroverted, adventurous types went west."

Tags:john, libertarian, rush, western, crime, gambling, james, marshall, prostitution