19th Century Graphic Design and the Gutenberg Galaxy
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“The Gutenberg era...is a consistent series of static shots or 'fixed points of view' in homogenous relationship. Homogenisation of men and materials will become the great programme of the Gutenberg era, the source of wealth and power unknown to any other time or technology” [Mcluhan, M, The Gutenburg Galaxy(1962)]This 5 page paper looks at this quote and uses three examples of graphic design from the 19th century to show how the era of print ushered in the concept of 'the static or fragmented shot' and 'homogenisation of men or materials'. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TE19guten.rtf

A Brief Outline of the Evolution of Computer Technology
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A 10 page outline of the changes which have overtaken the computer industry since the invention of the first analog computer. This paper concentrates on changes in storage mediums such as tape drives, floppy disks, and CDs as well as changes in CPU technology. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPcmpGui.rtf

A Comparison In The Development Of East And West Technology
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Science and technology make up a great portion of the way the world is able to function today. For every decision made to incorporate a technological innovation an ethical decision must also be made - whether the technology fits within the society's definition of ethical development, or has man crossed the line into "playing God"? A world culture is emerging that must be willing to negotiate the different cultural and religious differences in an ethical analysis of technodecision making that must include specialized experts as well as be expanded to include all citizens in a high-science, high-technology society. The rate of technological development is to a great extent, a reflection of societal beliefs and norms. The Eastern world has lagged behind in developing technology for a myriad of complex reasons. This 30 page paper proposes a three tiered approach to understanding the differences between the rate of technological development between Western and Eastern cultures, focusing on Eastern, development - India, and Hindu philosophy, in particular. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: KTeawetech.wps

A Recommendation Against Human Cloning: An Evaluation of the Issues
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A 6 page contention that the societal issues surrounding human cloning are simply to complex to allow the procedure to proceed. The author evaluates issues such as who would control the procedure, whether clones would be accepted as humans or used as machines of war or in other ethically disturbing ways, and who could authorize the use of an individual’s genetic material. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPclone2.rtf

A Short History of Superpave
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This 4 page paper defines Superpave and delves into the Superpave project. How Superpave has revolutionized an industry and changed the state of roads around America is the focus of this paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA310spp.rtf

Actor Network Theory Research Issues
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This 36 page paper considers the basic ideas of Actor Network Theory (ANT). The theory is explored in the context of the UK National Health Service; The NHS. The writer identifies the drivers behind the use of ANT to implement electronic patient record systems, the political nature of implementation, the aims of implementation, the impact of the actors and how the model may be used by the NHS in a prescriptive and interpretative manner. The bibliography cites 60 sources.
Filename: TEactor1.rtf

Advances In The Science & Technology Of Earthquake Prediction & Protection
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A 5 page paper discussing scientific advancements in the prediction of earthquakes and the means by which technology can assist in minimizing earthquake damage. Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: Quakepro.wps