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This blog post explores whether Karl Popper’s philosophy of falsificationism and the Copenhagen interpretation of quantum mechanics are mutually compatible.   Karl Popper, renowned for scientific falsificationism, also articulated his stance on probability theory while explaining his philosophical ideology in his book ‘The Logic of Scientific Discovery’. Based on his own theory of...

This blog post revisits the importance of engineering ethics through the causes and course of the Challenger explosion, examining the ethical responsibilities and decisions we must practice.   On January 28, 1986, NASA’s space shuttle Challenger, carrying the future of all humanity, launched with great ambition. Under the watchful eyes of the world, the Challenger, laden with the hopes...

This blog post examines whether peer evaluation is truly the best solution for tackling the frequent free-riding problem in group assignments.   There’s a popular Korean webtoon that resonated with countless college students and was even adapted into a drama a few months ago. Its title is ‘Cheese in the Trap’. The protagonist, Hong Seol, comes from a financially struggling family and...

This blog post examines whether humanity can prevent a Third World War based on the lessons of two world wars, exploring its possibility and the future nature of warfare.   Looking back at human history, war has been an essential component of human civilization. Since the concept of surplus production was introduced, conflicts large and small have never ceased. War has developed alongside...

In this blog post, we explore how we can learn the true meaning of design from nature, beyond the harmony of function and aesthetics.   The fundamental concepts of design are function and form. These two elements pursue opposing goals, making it challenging to find harmony between them. When prioritizing function, form often suffers; when focusing on form, function typically falls short...

This blog post examines various perspectives on whether installing CCTV in kindergartens is an effective measure for preventing child abuse and ensuring safety, or an unnecessary step that infringes on teachers’ fundamental rights and privacy.   We are constantly watched by CCTV. When visiting public places, it’s easy to spot CCTV cameras watching us from the ceiling. In fact...

This blog post explores whether humanity’s technological progress will persist and the possibility that its side effects could halt the future, analyzing the social impact.   We currently live in a world of constant advancement. While many may disagree with this proposition from an ethical or moral standpoint, there is little dispute that humanity has been on an unstoppable run in...

This blog post examines how fossil energy, which propelled human civilization’s advancement, has led to environmental problems, highlighting its merits and demerits alongside future challenges.   The use of fire is an indispensable element in humanity’s establishment of civilized society. The background enabling the transition from the Stone Age to the use of bronze and iron...

This blog post examines how the policy of not disclosing Korean bar exam scores affects fair competition within the legal profession and evaluates the validity of this system.   It has been 15 years since law schools were introduced. This year, the 14th cohort of graduates entered the legal market. However, the continued non-disclosure of bar exam scores and rankings makes it difficult for...

This blog post examines the effectiveness and fairness of the FFP rule, as well as the future of European football finances, through the lens of Kylian Mbappé’s mega-contract with PSG.   If we were to name the hottest topic in European football over the past decade, it would undoubtedly be the contract between French professional football club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and French...