Tag: education
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CRISPR technology
By Praatah Gandhi Over recent years, one of the most exciting scientific breakthroughs has come in the form of gene editing, specifically CRISPR. Currently, it has the potential to reshape our entire world, running from medicine to agriculture, and it has the power to change the future and fate of humanity. CRISPR was first introduced…
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PSYCHOLOGICAL THEORIES OF ACADEMIC MOTIVATION
By Shahd Nimir Although natural intelligence plays a huge role in achieving it, motivation is the most contributing factor to academic success. Academic motivation is described as “the causes of behaviors that are in some way related to academic functioning and success”. An individual could be naturally intelligent and have excellent problem-solving skills but their…
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WHERE ARE THE WOMEN IN ENGINEERING?
By Sofia Oural Martinez In one of the most gendered professions in the world, is progress being made? While male domination of the industry is still blatant, women are pushing harder and harder to have a space of their own. Engineering students are second only to medicine students in securing full-time jobs and competitive salaries.…
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NAVIGATING THE COMPLEXITIES OF STEM CELL RESEARCH
By Ferhia Ibro In the realm of scientific inquiry, few areas have stirred as much debate and contemplation as the domain of stem cell research. These microscopic powerhouses stand at the forefront of scientific advancement, possessing the ability to regenerate, repair, and potentially revolutionize how we approach health and disease. However, as this field continues…
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