In this blog post, I’ll explore the history of the atomic concept and the significance of modern atomic models, starting with a question that came to mind while grilling pork belly. Sizzle~ Mmm~ Ah, it’s truly a joy to eat this no matter when (tears of joy). I just finished grilling and eating pork belly, and now that I’m sitting at my desk, the savory scene is still fresh in my mind...
Why Do We Laugh? (Reflections on Laughter)
In this blog post, I’ll take a lighthearted look at the reasons behind laughter and empathy through my personal experiences. To be honest, this post began with a somewhat academic curiosity. I started out intending to explore topics like “the aesthetics of British humor” or, at the very least, “why Jerome is funny.” But when I actually started digging through books, I realized there was...
Why is the quantum computer the most important challenge for human civilization in the 21st century?
In this blog post, we’ll explore the background behind the development of quantum computers, their principles, and their current status, and discuss their significance. “A quantum computer? Ugh…” Anyone who studied physics in high school will likely cringe at the mere mention of the word “quantum.” You might think, “The computers we use now are fast and good enough…” but leading research...
Why Did “Don’t Worry, Chicken Curry” Change Me in India?
In this blog post, I’ll share my experiences traveling through Chennai and Kochi, as well as the stories of the people I met there. Young children feel anxious when their mothers aren’t around, and eventually, that anxiety overwhelms them, causing them to burst into tears. For a child—or anyone, really—there is always something essential, something like a mother, that we simply cannot live...
The Principles, Applications, and Challenges of 3D Printing as Depicted in the Movie ‘Mission: Impossible III’
In this blog post, we will examine the principles of 3D printing, its applications (in fields such as medicine and architecture), potential risks, and industrial implications, using the disguise scene from the movie ‘Mission: Impossible III’ as a starting point. The Movie Scene and the Reality of 3D Printing Released in 2006, the Tom Cruise-starring film ‘Mission: Impossible III’ gained...
How Does Apple’s “Face ID” Work, and What Are Its Pros and Cons?
In this blog post, we’ll take a brief look at how Apple’s “Face ID” works, its pros and cons, and some real-world applications. Smartphones are widely used in various aspects of our lives thanks to their innovative features and excellent usability. As smartphone penetration rates have risen and their scope of use has expanded, more personal information has been stored on them, making...
Could connectomics hold the key to unlocking the mysteries of the human mind?
In this blog post, we explore whether the connectome—the network of neural connections within the brain—can help unlock the secrets of the human mind, memory, and personality. Ever since humanity became aware of the existence of the mind, we have ceaselessly sought to understand it. This quest evolved into the academic discipline of philosophy of mind (or philosophy of the mind), which has...
Do antidepressants actually work, or are they merely placebos?
In this blog post, we examine whether antidepressants are truly effective or merely placebos, based on various research findings. We also consider their side effects and the need for regulation. In April 2008, doubts were raised at a conference of the European Psychiatric Association regarding the efficacy of currently available antidepressants. Since antidepressants had occupied a corner...
Why was the Third French Republic restructured into an executive-centered representative system?
In this blog post, we examine the structural background of how the executive branch evolved into a key institution representing diverse interests amid the rise of labor parties and the spread of social solidarity. The fact that labor parties entered parliament and gained influence shortly after the establishment of the Third Republic (1875–1940) is a fascinating subject of study in French...
Can solar cell technology be an alternative to the depletion of fossil fuels?
In this blog post, we will explore the potential and future prospects of solar cell technology as a solution to the problem of fossil fuel depletion. Globally, most energy demand relies on fossil fuels such as oil, coal, and natural gas. Fossil fuels are energy resources formed when the remains of organisms that lived on Earth millions of years ago decomposed and were deposited under...