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In this blog post, we will look at the importance of oxygen and carbon dioxide concentrations in the blood, the mechanisms that regulate them, and their effects on the health and homeostasis of the body.   Oxygen that enters the blood in the lungs is transported through the heart to each tissue in the body, where it is used to produce energy. Carbon dioxide, a waste product of metabolism, is...

In this blog post, we will explore how flexible displays differ from conventional screens, what technologies they utilise, and why they are attracting attention as a technology of the future.   The potential of flexible displays Laptop computers and mobile phones are among the most essential items in modern society. However, both devices require careful handling as their LCD screens are...

In this blog post, we will look at the impact of cutting-edge swimsuits on sports records and the role of science and technology.   The 2009 World Aquatics Championships in Rome remained controversial long after the competition ended. The reason was that Paul Biedermann, a relatively unknown swimmer, beat Michael Phelps, the swimming king who had won eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing...

In this blog post, we will look at why emotional engineering, which goes beyond the technology-centric era and adds human emotions, is important.   On 5 October 2012, the front pages of newspapers around the world were dominated by the same story: the passing of Apple CEO Steve Jobs. People around the world mourned Steve Jobs in their own ways, both online and offline, and even Apple’s...

In this blog post, we will take an easy and interesting look at the role and importance of intestinal bacteria, which affect digestion, immunity, constitution, and even emotions.   Raise your right hand. Now raise your left hand. It’s not difficult at all. As the owners of our bodies, we can consciously control all of our actions. But what about controlling what happens inside our...

In this blog post, we will look at the possibilities and limitations of solar cars and why we are not yet driving them in our daily lives.   The word ‘car’ comes from the Latin words “carrus” and ‘carrum,’ which mean ‘to carry.’ In English, a car is called an ‘automobile.’ Automobile is a combination of ‘autonomy’ and ‘mobility.’ In other words, a car is a means of transportation that can...

In this blog post, we explore how the lightweight design of electronic devices goes beyond simple technological innovation and connects to people’s desire for portability and a sense of belonging.   Why do consumers care about the weight of electronic devices? In 2014, LG Electronics made an announcement that shocked both consumers and businesses alike. The LG Gram, the first laptop in...

In this blog post, we take a closer look at the convenience and addictiveness of social media, as well as the psychology behind our unconscious usage.   Have you ever used one of the half-price discount coupons that have become popular recently? These coupons allow you to purchase items at prices much lower than the market price, and are conditional on a large number of purchases being made...

In this blog post, we will look at the possibilities and future prospects of nanotechnology, which overcomes the limitations of existing cancer treatments and acts precisely on cancer cells.   Despite being the most common disease today, cancer is probably the most difficult to treat. With the advancement of modern medical technology, cancer treatments are improving day by day, and various...

In this blog post, we will look at how social perceptions of personal tastes have changed through the changing meanings of the word otaku.   Why did otaku come to have a positive meaning? Just five years ago, the word ‘otaku’ was used in a very negative sense to refer to people who were abnormally obsessed with Japanese manga and anime and were unattractive in appearance. However, the...