Meredith Thompson
Posts by Meredith Thompson (page 11)
Paro the Robotic Seal – Is the Illusion of Companionship Good Enough?
Technology is fascinating. Throughout history it has changed the way we interact with our work, our environment, and even with each other. Social technology... Read More
Is Hulu’s New Series The Path One You Want to Follow?
With the number of religiously unaffiliated increasing in the United States, it’s about time a television series addressed what it means to lose faith.... Read More
Charting the Evolutionary History of Life
The synthesis of all known species into one tree of life has been avoided by the scientific community—until now. In an effort spanning three... Read More
Success in Failure: How Stories of Struggle Can Transform Science Education
Stories are an integral part of human development. They’ve been shared in cultures past and present as a means of entertainment, cultural preservation, and... Read More
Celebrating with Turkeys: An Alternate Thanksgiving Experience
Traditionally, Thanksgiving is perceived as a time of gratitude. As we reflect on what we are grateful for, we must also reflect on the... Read More
Untested Sexual Assault Kits Destroyed by Police Department
Imagine that someone who brutally violated you or a loved one was never taken into custody. Now imagine that authorities have the evidence necessary... Read More
Catholic Hospitals and the Denial of Care
Jessica Mann lives in Genesee County, Michigan, is eight months pregnant with her third child, and suffers from a brain tumor. Her doctors recommended... Read More