In this blog post, we take an in-depth look at whether we can accept another “me” created by science now that human cloning technology is becoming a reality. On May 16, 2017, Korea’s first unmanned smart convenience store equipped with biometric technology opened on the 31st floor of Lotte World Tower in Jamsil, Seoul. The core technology behind this store is the HandPay system. It...
In this blog post, we will examine how class action lawsuits can be an effective means of protecting citizens’ rights and holding companies accountable. Tens of thousands of subscribers, including Mr. A, provided their personal information to Company A’s online job site. Someone who knew that Company A’s system was poorly managed created a link file and posted it on their...
In this blog post, we will look at how the completion of the Human Genome Project has begun to change our daily lives, medicine, and the future of society. If a stranger came to your house and said, “Let me look at your genes,” would you willingly give them a strand of your hair? On April 14, 2003, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) officially announced the completion of...
In this blog post, we take an in-depth look at whether the emotions that arise from comparing yourself to others can be a driving force for growth rather than self-blame. Humans live their lives seeing and feeling many things every moment of every day. In the process, it is natural to make comparisons. These comparisons are also made in the course of interacting with those around us. We...
In this blog post, we take an in-depth look at which is more important: the right to life of the fetus or the mother’s right to self-determination in cases of abortion. Carrying a life inside you and giving birth to a child who resembles you seems to be one of the most precious and happiest things in the world. However, the question of when a baby in the womb can be considered a...
In this blog post, we will examine whether students who want to become doctors are making selfish choices, along with the background and reality behind their decisions. I heard that a friend majoring in life sciences was accepted into Sungkyunkwan University’s Graduate School of Medicine (hereinafter referred to as “GSMC”) through rolling admissions. Next year will be the last year...
In this blog post, we will examine whether morality stems from reason or emotion, focusing on Adam Smith’s theory of moral sentiment. What is the hidden nature inherent in humans that ensures order and harmony in a society of free individuals? In 18th-century England, there were two approaches to this question: one sought the principles of social order in individual reason, while the...
In this blog post, we explore whether altruistic behavior stems from genuine goodwill or is a strategy for self-interest. Most of us who live in society know how to help and cooperate with others. We are aware that altruistic behavior does not necessarily bring benefits to ourselves. However, we may not have ever thought about why we behave altruistically. This question has been studied...
In this blog post, we will look at the differences between imitation in humans and animals to see how imitation goes beyond simple copying to become a key part of the development of civilization. Imitation refers to observing new or non-innate behaviors and replicating those behaviors, which necessarily involves observation and learning. The concept of imitation can be better understood by...
In this blog post, we explore in depth how genetic intervention by parents affects the free will and human dignity of their children. Introduction Advances in biotechnology, particularly genetic engineering, are making things possible that were impossible in the past. Technologies that manipulate and control human genes to create desired humans or enhance certain traits are no longer a...