Examines the issue of gun control, asking if control laws reduce deaths, if background checks should be expanded, if military-style assault weapons should be banned, and if concealed handguns should b
Presents the life and accomplishments of the famed chemist, from her education at the Sorbonne in Paris to her work in radioactivity and her scientific accolades.
Examines the treatment of Jews and other groups persecuted by the Nazi regime in the 1930s and 40s, from the Nuremberg Race Laws and establishment of ghettos to mass transportation to concentration ca
Describes the experiences of many Jews and other persecuted people following the end of World War II, discussing the impact of the Holocaust, their attempts to return home and find family members, the
Looks at scientific and technological advances in the field of gene therapy, as well as its impact on society and how future developments may play out.
Discusses the topic of marijuana legalization, including its legalization for medicinal purposes, if it benefits society, and if it leads to increased drug addiction.
Discusses issues regarding renewable energy, including how practical it may be, if it is too expensive, and if the United States government should help develop renewable energy sources.
Examines the world of virtual reality and computer simulation, covering their history, current status, challenges to their usefulness, and the innovative ways scientists are working to make them more
Provides a brief history of ancient China and discusses the importance of the Great Wall in the development of ancient Chinese civilization, the effect of Confucianism on Chinese culture, and the sign
Shares useful information on careers in environmental and energy technology, including environmental analyst, wind turbine technician, and renewable energy project developer.
