Sequence genome assembly is the practice of building a set of complete DNA strands from their component pieces. It can be used in a variety of applications, such as mapping genetic variation, constructing de novo genomes and finding new organisms....

The Future of Education: How Technology is Changing the Way We Learn  The way we learn has changed drastically through the introduction of technology. In the past, the only way to learn anything was by memory, textbooks, or a teacher....

The Psychology of Stress Stress can be defined as the body's response to changes in the environment, both internal and external. It is a physical and mental reaction to both positive and negative events that can have an effect on...

The Causes and Consequences of Flooding in Europe Flooding is a common occurrence in Europe, especially during the wetter months of spring, summer, and autumn. Flood waters can have devastating effects, both in terms of cost to property and the...

 Norbert Wiener, The Mathematician Who Coined the Term "Cybernetics" Norbert Wiener (1894–1964) was a mathematician, philosopher, and father of the field of cybernetics, who coined the term “cybernetics”. Despite his remarkable achievements and influence, his work remains largely unknown by...

Humans: A Comprehensive OverviewHumans can be thought of as a species that continues to evolve and grow in complexity over time. Their capabilities and complexities exceed those of all other known species. For this reason, humans are often thought...

Antoine Lavoisier: The Chemist Who Developed the Law of Conservation of Mass and Contributed to the Development of Modern Chemistry On August 26th, 1743 in Paris, France, Antoine Lavoisier was born. During his lifetime (1743-1794), Lavoisier not only developed the...

Quantum mechanics is a branch of physics that deals with the behavior of particles on the smallest of scales. It is one of the most important and influential scientific theories to emerge in the past century, and has brought...

The rapid progression of technology in the digital age has allowed for an abundance of unprecedented data-transfer and storage capabilities. The vast amount of information made available over the internet has made our lives easier and more convenient than...

The Evolution of Transportation: From Horse-Drawn Carriages to Self-Driving Cars We live in an era of constant technological development. Every day a new invention is created and introduced to the world, gradually improving the way we do or think...