Is cloning “playing God?”

Is cloning “playing God?”  The short answer is yes, but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing.  By creating life and being able to control the characteristics that are expressed in humans and other organisms, a large benefit can be derived. Humans have a knack for identifying problems and tinkering and tailoring until they find just … Read more

Should a moratorium on germ-line gene editing be introduced? 

Should we stop researching into gene-editing? This essay will explore the recent call for a moratorium on the use of germ-line gene editing, proposed by scientists and ethicists. To a large extent, the controversy surrounding the birth of the first gene-edited babies in China late last year (2018) has acted as a catalyst for moratorium’s implementation. The … Read more

Responding to technologies allowing for genetic editing and engineering

How should humanity respond to new technologies allowing for genetic editing and engineering? A student alive in the 1980s would have been told that computers would soon take over everything. From shopping to gaming, as well as the stock market. It seemed impossible- until it all happened. The world is at a similar point today … Read more

Human trafficking in China

The Republic of China has been demoted to Tier 3 (rating of trafficking in persons report ) by the US State Department for the country’s government lack of efforts to prevent human trafficking. According to the US State Department, China “does not fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking and is not … Read more

The Impact of Femvertising on Gender Inequality in India

Introduction Historically, not unlike the rest of the world, women in Indian advertisements were objectified or portrayed as shy and dependent on men and needing validation from them (Dr.A.Krishna et.al, 2015). The roots of gender inequality in India are usually traced back to a society that has been brought up to heavily revere patriarchy and … Read more

Child marriage – the devastating impact

Marriage is a formal and legitimate contract between two people to bond their lives together. In other words, it is a moment of celebration that should be filled with delight, an exceptionally special ritual for every human being. Tragically, the act of early marriage might not frame any happiness at all. In fact, early marriage … Read more

Why the impact of modern slavery is different for women and men

Modern slavery, also known as contemporary slavery, is an umbrella term for activities when one person obtains or holds another person in compelled service that continues to occur in present day society. An individual is in slavery if he/she is forced to work through mental or physical threat, owned or manipulated by an exploiter (usually … Read more

Impact of nationwide Lockdown on the rising levels of Domestic Violence/Abuse in India

This research attempts to understand the impact of the nationwide Lockdown on the rising levels of Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Abuse cases in India. Different surveys have shown that almost 70% of the women population in India has been a victim of Domestic Violence at some point or the other. While many believed that … Read more

Indian Diaspora – research proposal

Indian Diaspora is a common term used for addressing people who have migrated from the territories of India. It comprises NRIs (Non-resident Indians) and PIOs (Persons of Indian origins). It is estimated that the Indian Diaspora is to be over 30 million, spreading across more than 200 countries. It is reported, that the Indian Diaspora … Read more

Improving creativity in learning and working in the pandemic

Working and studying online during a pandemic is a new thing for the most people in Indonesia. The Covid-19 virus pandemic has forced all outdoor activities to stop. Everyone’s space is limited, they carry out all forms of activities online and are carried out indoors following Health protocols and reducing the increase in cases of … Read more

Democracy and Neoliberalism

The term ‘democracy’ draws its etymological derivations from Ancient Greek, with ‘demos’ meaning the people and ‘kratos’ signifying power or rule. Thus, democracy supposedly defines a political system in which the people govern themselves, meaning that political equality should be held as integral to democracy’s existence. Adversely, the theory of neoliberalism was only recently established. … Read more

Impact of globalisation on cultures

Globalisation is the process of integration and interconnection of economies and societies; and the intermingling of different cultures (Upadhyah, 2016). Things such as advancement of technology dissolves international boundaries and opens cultures to new experiences ), enabling globalisation to occur. On one hand globalisation has the potential to promote a collective identity through socialisation and … Read more

Impact of Covid-19 on the poor and vulnerable

Despite the pandemic crisis spreading in any parts of the Philippines, the strict health protocol implemented by the government to any parts of the nation. In an effort to contain the spread of the virus, the government has imposed strict quarantine measures and other restrictions, starting in Manila and quickly expanding to other areas. The … Read more

Impact of Covid-19 pandemic on children and young people

Covid-19. A virus that has put the world on pause. Closing schools, canceling exams, ruining many plans. Together, we are facing a truly unpredicted situation, affecting every aspect of our lives. As the coronavirus continues to spread around the world, this is a difficult time for all of humanity. No doubt, the effects of this … Read more