[TKM's Science Dream Interview ] Prologue 01

 

 

 
 

When you think of the word 'SCIENCE,' what springs to your mind?
 

 
 
 
Feel free to draw from your schooling or everyday experiences; there's no need to strive for a flawless response.
 
I'm not a science expert by any means, so I don’t know exactly what it is too. But I'll venture a guess at what crossed your mind upon hearing the word ‘science’.
 
 

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Perhaps you thought of 'quantum mechanics,' a concept so intricate that even explanations from physicists like Sangwook Kim can leave us bewildered.
 
Or maybe 'ChatGPT' came to mind, representing the science and technology that catalyzed an AI revolution in 2023.
 

 
 
 
By the way, does the concept of science strike you as vast and distant?
 
Take quantum mechanics, for instance; it might astonish us that some individuals can grasp it in some degree.
 
Similarly, consider the computer—a familiar tool in our daily lives. Yet, when attempting to comprehend its inner workings, you might feel a sense of disconnect.
 
 

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And, to me, science appears as a highly mobile and interdisciplinary domain, constantly responsive to contemporary trends.
 
This stands in contrast to mathematics, which is typically considered immutable, like the indisputable truth of 1+1=2.
 
For instance, if I were to inquire about the word 'SCIENCE' to individuals living during World War II,
 
the majority might immediately associate it with technologies integral to the war effort, such as nuclear weapons or jet planes.
 

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However, in 2023, it's probable that many individuals would associate concepts like quantum mechanics or ChatGPT with the term 'science',
 
given the rising prominence of AI and quantum technologies.
 

 

 
However, it's entirely possible for someone's mind to still link 'science' with the war effort.
 
It’s not a problem.
 
This diversity of associations within the broad domain of science is entirely natural and reflects the complexity of human personality.
 
 

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In the book "The Canon: Beautiful Basics of Science," author Natalie Angier stated, "Science is a way to see the world and an attitude toward humanity and the environment."
 
Despite the formal definition of science being documented in various dictionaries, Angier's perspective resonates deeply with me.
 

 
 
 
As I grasp the unique definition of science, I find myself intrigued by its origins and evolution throughout human history.
 
Especially, understanding when it began and how it developed alongside humanity is crucial for our modern society.
 
This is because the advancement of science and technology holds the potential to lay the groundwork for a new human culture.
 

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In the past, scientific research was often pursued as a hobby by nobles who possessed ample time and resources.
 
Within a caste system that ensured their economic freedom, they could indulge their curiosity and seek to comprehend both themselves and the world around them.
 
This pursuit aligns with the concept of the Hierarchy of Needs, formulated by American psychologist Abraham H. Maslow,
 
which outlines five fundamental needs; physiological, safety, love and belonging, esteem, and self-actualization.

 

Continued in the next post 'epliogue 2'

 
 

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