Pseudoscience

The author of “In Defense of Superstitions,” believes that should not be absolutely debased because it fulfills a cultural function and is related between science and religion. Since science looks for rational, factual explanations and religion seeks answers through the higher power, superstition is in between those two categories. Both show a common human concern with the supernatural and the desire to understand and influence it. The author believes that not all superstitions are silly. The…

“ring” like bells（1）, not all of them endless displays of wildflowers (2), change into different colors, sometimes appears as veins of brown and red throughout the rock, and how it forms are considered as the ringing rock’s four mystery natures from now and on. It was said ,Ringing Rocks Park that situated near the small Delaware River community of Upper Black Eddy possesses this “ringing” quality,was the largest boulder field in Pennsylvania . The ring human can hear is not the first sound, but…

The Copley Medal is a scientific award that is given out by the Royal Society and awarded to a scientist that shows achievements in research in any branch of science. As members of the Royal Society it is our duty to nominate and pick scientists that rightly deserve the medal. It is our job as the Royal Society to discuss these nominations in a scholarly way and not disrespect any of the finding of other scientist. The scientists’ theories are important to science because they add value to the…

The Accidental Data Scientist is pretty much a how-to guide for information professionals and students interested in the world of Big Data and potential employment in the field. As the media continues to incite businesses to get on the Big Data bandwagon, Amy Affelt explains that human resource managers continue to look toward computer programmers and IT professionals to fill data scientist positions. This book argues that there is an inherent connection between traditional library skills and…

College students struggle to find reliable, valid sources of information. Students who rely on incorrect information often draw incorrect conclusions. The scientific paper “Biological Impact Of Feeding Rats With A Genetically Modified-Based Diet” demonstrates a professional academic research paper appearing to look accurate, listing studies and facts. In this essay “Biological Impact Of Feeding Rats With A Genetically Modified-Based Diet” will be examined to see if it is a reliable scientific…

The politics of The Martian present a powerful counterpoint to the rise of anti-intellectualism in the United States. Whereas the heavy majority of big-budget space adventures set in present day or the near future pay little attention to scientific accuracy in the name of entertainment, The Martian is, at its core, about science. It is about the triumph of the scientific method and the value of education. Trapped alone on Mars, astronaut Mark Watney has to conduct what are essentially a series…

In this paper, the author will address Benjamin’s (1993) theory of the aura, relating it to the changes in our technology and perception throughout time. In particular, it focuses on the rise of film and the reproducible image as a pivotal point in our history, so far as the aura is concerned anyway. Thus, this essay will address the key concepts of the aura, bearing in mind that what it entails is complex and extensive, extending beyond the scope of the paper. After that, the author will aim to…

Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein was published in 1818, and is well known for its Gothic elements and the manner in which is portrays scientific development. Victor Frankenstein’s desires to break through the bounds of life and death lead his life down a path of ruin. In modern times, the tragedy of Frankenstein is often used as a cautionary tale about the repercussions of scientific development, and there is little question as to why. Controversial topics such as cloning, artificial intelligence,…

People confuse theories with laws in science all the time. An accepted scientific theory does not need to be a law to be considered truthful. A scientific law, on the other hand is in itself a theory that has gain more universal acceptance. However, a scientific law can, even though rarely, be changed if new information is acquired. The problem is when people believe that because theories and very few times laws are reconsidered and changed they should always look science with skepticism, but…

The Birthplace of All Things Superstitious For almost 60 years, the government of the United States has been hiding secrets from people all around the world. The secrets have transformed into questions, all regarding one particular place in southern Nevada. These questions have a million answers, and yet none at all. When questioning the existence of Area 51, it all comes down to this: are there UFO’s and extraterrestrial life inside the facility? Or is it all just a big hoax? When it comes to…