Science, Technology and War

Human beings, who once were cavemen, used tools or weapons made up of stones or bronze or iron to hunt, dig and cut something in the past. The same human being has become the master of modern civilization and is even able to challenge the nature. It has only been possible due to the development of science and technology.

Science is such a subject that explains the things happening in the world. First science gives us an idea, and then different experiments are carried out. If the experiments happen to be true, it gives birth to new technology. Therefore, technology is the way of putting scientific inventions or theories or discoveries into practical use in trade and industries.

Science in general, is the study of living and non-living things. It has no such field which is out of reach. Modern inventions like computer, TV, phone, jet, vehicle etc. have uplifted the standard human life and have made it much advanced. It has changed man into god providing a wonderful comfortable life.

Although man has progressed in every field- farming, education, transport or technology, he is always in panic. Unfortunately he has become the servant of science. He has to be afraid of his own inventions. We don't know when the bombs or missiles may fall onto us; when the history of the Second World War repeats and when a single child becomes a victim of drugs.

In conclusion war robs everybody but peace enriches them. Therefore science should always stand for peace and happiness of the people. It should be used to fulfill the basic needs of the people living below the poverty line. The scientific discoveries and inventions should be carried on but only for the welfare of the every living being.

The Science of Light - Commercial Applications - Magazine Review

There is probably no more important science, than the science of light. We have come a long way in this science, and light seems to affect everything on earth, and everything we do in our civilization. The lights we use to see, the computer screens, TV, and even our own biological functions. This is an exciting era for light sciences because of all the new materials and the many commercial applications.

It goes without saying that if you are a college student interested in real sciences, that light is one that you should be studying. Why you ask? It's simple really; because new materials are leading the way and opening more branches in photonics. Now we have laser light for the military, light use for communication, microprocessors using light, and even LED lights for alternative energy savings.

We use UV light for solar, to stave off bad bacteria, and even to treat water. If you are in any industry which utilizes light, there is a very good industry trade Journal I'd like to recommend to you. The name of the magazine is;

Photonic Spectra, Laurin Publishing, Pittsfield MA, ISSN: 1387-974X

In this magazine you will learn of job opportunities, the movers and shakers, and industry announcements. You will learn about which companies are doing what, and which universities are breaking new ground in their research. Each issue also has scientific articles and research papers. There is a wealth of information in every magazine.

There is also an online version which is very good, and you will be amazed at all the resources, and links to both buyers and sellers in the industry. I highly recommend this magazine for anyone who is involved in the science of light, or commercial applications for light. Please consider all this.