The Wisdom Vault

In this blog post, we explore the innovation that 3D printers have brought to manufacturing and how they enable customized production. We’ll look at how they’re being used in a variety of industries and what the future holds.   Using a computer to design an object or product is a common practice today. Computer-aided design is more than just designing the look of a product...

In this blog post, we explore aesthetic indifference and how art transforms the human experience. Together we will reflect on the impact of art on our lives in a social and ethical context.   Imagine we have a shivering white rose in front of us. It’s one and the same object, but there are many ways to perceive it: it can be seen as a commodity to make a profit, or as an object of...

In this blog post, we explore the social and ethical implications of genetically engineered new species. Are we ready to deal with the consequences?   Since time immemorial, humans have been considered creatures of God. Human civilization began more than 3500 years ago, so for roughly half a millennium, humans have thought of themselves as the work of someone else. This idea was slowly...

In this blog post, we’ll explore the effects of selfish behavior on individuals and society, and why selfishness can sometimes lead to better outcomes.   College students have started classes. This time of year, college students are bombarded with assignments, and there’s always group work. Group work is a pain for many college students. This is because of the selfish people who...

In this blog post, we explore the innovations and ethical dilemmas of genetic engineering. It considers the impact of life-manipulating technologies on our lives and the choices we have to make.   Genetic engineering is the artificial manipulation of the genes of living organisms to create real-world benefits. Genetic engineering has its origins in natural curiosity, and humans have long...

In this blog post, we’ll take a look at why electricity is essential and how power plants produce and deliver it reliably.   Electricity has become an integral part of modern life. From the appliances we use every day to the large machines that run in factories, electricity plays a vital role in many aspects of our lives. And as digital devices like smartphones and computers have...

In this blog post, we’ll take a look at how technology has changed our lives. Why is it that despite all the convenience, we don’t feel happier?   We all seek happiness and ultimately live for it, but it’s questionable whether we always make choices that bring us happiness. An example is the development of science and technology. If you ask older generations if they are...

In this blog post, we explore why altruism persists in human societies even though natural selection favors selfishness. We look at the theory of group selection and the evolution of cooperation.   We see many altruistic behaviors in our society, such as donating blood or cleaning up alleys. These are not mere coincidences, but play a crucial role in the maintenance and development of our...

In this blog post, we’ll look at the technological advances that have made hydrogen fuel cell vehicles a green energy option, and the challenges to make it a reality.   Currently, humanity’s main energy sources are hydrocarbons, such as coal and oil, and nuclear energy, which is generated by nuclear fission. Hydrocarbons have the problem of environmental pollution and resource...

In this blog post, we discuss whether forcing a positive attitude on patients is actually helpful and the negative effects it can have.   At the turn of the 21st century, the keyword “positivity” began to rise to prominence. Positive thinking has become deeply ingrained in society, and its influence extends beyond everyday life to professional fields such as politics and economics. This...