Homework week11: Summary on "The Science of Doing Good" by Sheri Fink and on " I, Robot " filmed by Vancouver, British Columbia

Summary on "The science of Doing Good":

This article introduces that science and technology transfrom the practice of humaniarian aid. This article introduces the advatanges brought by the development of science and technology. Information technology, satellite imaging and research carried out in disaster-relief areas have begun to transform humanitarian aid into a more efficient and less haphazard endeavor. Take the war in Kosovo as an example, the author present that judicious deployment of computer and communications technology, DNA analysis and social science survey technology have greatly assisted the multitude of aid organizations that arrive on the scene in location people who need help, as well as avoiding duplication of efforts and labors. Further more, with the expandition of web access to the poorest areas, endangered remote villages may one day gain early warning of impending attackes, enabling evacuations or expediting calls for help. However, this article also said that the failure of using communications equipment by aid officials may exacerbate the inherent chaos of a crisis.

Summary on "I, Robot ":

I, Robot is a science fiction film produced in the United States, filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia, and released on July16 2007. The tone of the movie is based on the Asimov's Robot stories.  This movie is a kind of reflection of modern popular culture, particularly with respect to science fiction and technology. Human's fear comes from the fact that our own evolution to be static, while intelligence tools progress. The emergence of artificial intelligence has made it possible for human beings challenged by the man made creatures with high intelligence.

Comparison: These two articles are both about the impact of science and technology on our modern society. Science and technology themselves are neutral. The impact of them on our society, whether good or not,  is decided by ourselves.