Science matters

The Integrated Science course major goal is to provide scientific literacy.

If you are interested to learn more about scientific literacy,

I recommend the book from Frank R. Spellman and Joni Price-Bayer:

"In defense of science - why scientific literacy matters."

Imagine you are on your way to the university. Of course, first you will take your European or Japanese style breakfast. But without science there is nothing to eat. Natto, Yoghurt, Bread are examples where science connects to your daily life. Then it is time to take a bicycle ride to the university. Have you ever thought about the energy production that is necessary for the bicycle ride? And do not forget to stare into the sky. Why is the sky blue and not red? These questions make you excited and you start a blog with your smartphone. The mathematical and physical principles underlying the use of your smartphones are amazing. And by the way, why can a smartphone be produced lightweight? You arrive at the university and sit down in the classroom. It is great to sit down, but why are you able to sit down? The chairs are made from plastic material, but how is plastic produced? Too much thinking creates you a headache. Maybe you need an Aspirin. No Science, no drugs. At the end of the day you take a shower, with water heated from the solar cell. A solar cell is similar to an artwork from Picasso. The beauty of science that has been used to create the solar cells is eye catching. In summary: You are surrounded every second in your life by the great artwork: nature and humankind tries to understand within the natural science the biggest artwork ever made. Open your eyes by learning natural science a new world waits for you to be discovered.