This blog post examines, from philosophical and scientific perspectives, whether invisible theoretical entities like quarks and electrons actually exist or are merely scientific assumptions for explanation.   In Conan Doyle’s stories, Sherlock Holmes tracks down clues to crimes and solves cases with remarkable insight and observation. Holmes’ explanations are always more...

What similarities exist between the 2024 cryptocurrency craze and the 17th-century Dutch tulip mania? We examine the commonalities in the history of dangerous speculation and mania.   Why Abnormal Currents Appear in the Market For those unfamiliar with the ‘Greater Fool Theory,’ every day is April Fools’ Day. I’ve been reading a lot of books on investing lately and came across an...

This blog post examines the possibility that rape functioned as a reproductive strategy in past environments from a biological perspective. It analyzes the evidence supporting this claim through situations of weakened norms and animal case studies.   There is no doubt that rape is a heinous crime and morally wrong. However, this article does not address the moral perspective; instead, it...

This blog post delves deeply into the direction South Korea should take, examining safety, economic viability, and the potential for future energy transition surrounding its reliance on nuclear power.   The 2011 Tohoku earthquake in Japan triggered the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, re-emphasizing the dangers of nuclear power to the world for the first time since the 1986 Chernobyl...

In this blog post, we examine the various academic debates surrounding the origins of rape behavior and explore which explanation—instinct or social learning—provides a more compelling account.   The dictionary definition of rape is the crime of forcing someone to have sexual intercourse. Because rape inflicts severe harm on victims that goes beyond mere physical injury, academic discussions...

In this blog post, we explore in detail how ultra-precise balances utilize the piezoelectric effect to measure the mass of extremely minute substances like gas molecules or DNA.   Balances typically measure mass using the lever principle or by detecting changes in electrical resistance. So how do ultra-precision balances measure the mass of minute substances like gas molecules or DNA? To...

This blog post explores how superconductors address energy loss issues and what changes they could bring to our society and technology.   Modern science states that energy is conserved throughout the entire universe. However, energy useful to humanity often transforms into useless energy. In daily life, not all energy people use when performing work is actually utilized for that work. This...

This blog post explores the principles behind how supercritical fluid technology extracts sesame oil more cleanly and safely, along with its diverse industrial applications.   Have you heard of supercritical sesame oil? It’s a name you can easily find in supermarkets these days. Of course, for a poor college student like me, buying supercritical sesame oil, which is even more expensive...

This blog post explores the principles and potential applications of supercritical fluid extraction technology, which enables mass production while preserving Dutch coffee’s distinctive aroma and taste.   On Monday mornings during rush hour, it’s common to see people walking briskly while sipping takeout coffee. Among those checking their smartphones or hurrying along with coffee...

In this blog post, we examine the structure and manufacturing principles of microfiber and scientifically explore how effectively this material can actually block dust mites and dust.   Have you heard about bedding that prevents dust mites and dust? It’s a new technology gaining attention in the clothing and bedding industries. Anyone who’s ever browsed through various products...