In this era of fake news dominance and distrust for facts, it is essential that students understand the rules and principles according to which science functions, the scientific method but also to gain more practical knowledge, for instance, on how to distinguish good academic studies or published papers from poor ones. Essays on science listed in this rubric might be on random topics related to any particular scientific area but can also refer to science in general – its importance for society, public or educational policies related to it, the problems encountered by it, such as the problem of poor quality journals that only publish due to financial interest. Browse through the essay samples below for more topics.
‘’Clouds come floating into my life from other days no longer to shed rain or usher storm but to give colour to my sunset sky.” – Rabindranath Tagore, Stray Birds, 1916 Since the beginning of time, the human need of fulfillment has had an important…
The use of animals in research has become a hot topic these days having people debating whether it is ethical or not. However, the use of animals for research is nothing new. Physicians in ancient Greece dissected animals for anatomical studies, as using humans was…
The beliefs and customs of other cultures have fascinated adventurous, travels and explorers throughout History. It is this fascination to understand cultural diversity that brought about the rise in Anthropology. However Anthropology in the second half of the 19th century, known as ‘armchair anthropology’, was…
“Remember that bravery is not the lack of fear but the ability to move forward in spite of fear”, is a beautiful and delicate quote that perfectly displays the contents of beauty, while leaving a gap to presume the importance of it. By definition, bravery…
Amongst the rapidly growing field of genetics lies a rather peculiar process which once was the pinnacle of Science Fiction now a certain absolute in reality – Cloning. Regardless of any controversial issues surrounding this process, it is now more widely used than ever and…
Your mindset determines how you feel and carry yourself. On a day to day basis you go through different things, make new decisions, try new things, and attend new events. How you carry yourself through these events is very important to your self-esteem, your everyday…
One attribute exists, that is possessed by everybody and is a tool that makes people happy or even lead to success. It is an ability to build better social connections and face various unexpected challenges without any worries. The standard definition of this quality is:…
With the creation of new animal protecting laws, the number of animals used in experiments has certainly decreased, however this total is still insignificant compared to the ratio of the immense increase in animals being brought in for experimentation. In an effort to further reduce…
Maybelline, Axe, Dove, Colgate, Pampers, etc. These everyday products are the cause of millions of animals deaths all around the world. The products that consumers casually rub into their hands and hair, or dress their babies in were first used on animals. Simple trial and…
Abstract Science is quickly progressing, resulting in more experiments and controversial topics. In recent years, common people and scientists are becoming more aware of the inhuman experiments conducted on animal, resulting in the discovery of alternative methods that do not include animal testing. The following…
When most people hear the name Isaac Newton, I am sure the first thing that comes to their mind is “Newton’s Law”. Newton’s Law of Gravity and Motion are most popular. According to NASA, Newton’s first law states that “Every object will remain at rest…
The word utopia is based on Greek where ou means ‘not’ and topos means ‘place,’ therefore it is not a place. Widely known, Dictionary.com for definitions says as a noun, utopia means, “an imaginary island described in Sit Thomas More’s Utopia as enjoying perfection in…
The act of persuasion is an ancient and delicate balance of art and science. Persuasion, in simple terms, is to coax someone through subtle techniques with the aim of changing their beliefs, intentions or decisions. To persuade someone is to convince them to act, think…
Sir Isaac Newton developed calculus, gravitational theory, and the three laws of motion. It is through these subjects that got him to be one of the most well-known scientific and historical figures of all time. His discoveries and advancements in technology laid fundamental principles for…
There are five major theoretical perspectives of psychology that can impact human memory. These perspectives include cognitive, psychodynamic, biological, behavioral, and humanistic. This essay will focus on the cognitive and psychodynamic perspective to analyze and evaluate the development and understanding of memory. The understanding of…
Sir Isaac Newton was a very important when considering modern day science. He has made many contributions in many fields, mainly physics. In my essay I will explore some of the ideas that Sir Isaac Newton has spoken and studied throughout his life time. Firstly,…
Optimism is a point of view that includes being positive and having hope for the best outcome. It is believing in the best even when the situation might seem the worst. It is very important to have optimism in today’s world. When put in tough…
Nature vs. nurture is an age old debate dating back to the 1800’s. There have been hundreds of psychologists, scientists, religious leaders and even ordinary people who argue their view on the subject. John Locke was one of these people, a renowned British philosopher, who…
Every day human being shop for medicine or cosmetic with being mindful where and how this product came to be. What if that product came from scared person sitting in a cramped, metal cage? All that person can do is await the next experiment that…
