IMPORTANCE OF PHYSICS
Physics
- the study of matter, energy and their interactions – is an international
enterprise, which plays a key role in the future progress of humankind. The
support of physics education and research in all countries is important
because: physics is an exciting intellectual adventure that inspires young
people and expands the frontiers of our knowledge about nature.
Physics
is the most basic of the physical sciences. From chemistry and geology through
to biology and cosmology, we understand science in terms of the concepts developed
in physics. Not only this, but many of the tools on which the advances of
science and technology depend are direct product of physics.
The
interests and concerns of physicists have always formed the basis of future
technology.In medicine we use X-rays, radioisotope and nuclear magnetic
resonance imaging. In addition, laser, electron microscopes, synchrotron
radiation, and electronics all depend on advances made in physics.Where would
our modern western economies be without computers?—we could not build the
electronics that modern computers rely on without a knowledge of quantum
mechanics. Our modern world is much more connected than in previous historical
times. These days we travel far, communicate easily and quickly, and conduct
business around the world effortlessly. In fact almost no place on earth has
been excluded from the modern interconnected world.
We
are not only connected with physics through modern technology we are connected
at a much more basic level through mother nature. The tsunami in Sumatra
Indonesia is a prime example. Not only was it catastrophic for the local area
the laws of physics saw this tsunami travel across the Indian Ocean killing
over 300,000 in Southeast Asia, and traveling through more than 30 other
countries resulting in more than 500 deaths. This was the law of physics in
action.But as much proof as there is that physics has played an important role
in the connectivity of all parts of the planet the world is still a much
divided place. In developed countries you see an almost 100% literacy rate and
a $30,000 mean capital income, and a life expectancy of 80. While in developing
nations you see a literacy rate lower than 50% and a mean capital income that’s
around $2000, and a life expectancy of 40. There is much more for physics, the
scientific world, and governments to do to create equality with that
interactivity.
Kofi
Anna the UN Secretary General has been quick to point out the ongoing tragedies
throughout the developing world that are directly tied to disease, poverty, and
the degradation of the environment. He is also quick to point out that the lack
of access to physics and other sciences as well as technology has attributed to
many of these problems. Sadly the scientific community spends most of it’s time
working on solutions for the developed world yet most of the population on
earth can be found in nations that are developing.
Physics
has the capability of playing a major role in finding solutions to many of the
problems facing the human race. Of course it does not have all the answers but
the science is developed enough to have created nuclear weapons which remain a
global threat, then surely it can be used for the betterment of all people
around the globe.Of course politics, socio-economic factors, and acceptance by
the people all play a role in the development of a nation. But physics,
engineering, and other technological and scientific feats can transform a
developing nation to a developed nation. Just look at what the role of physics
has accomplished in just the past 200 years.
Physics
can play an important role in developing strategies to combat climate change,
in the development of cleaner energies, and in the development of technological
advancements. Then why is it that developing nations spend such a small portion
of the GDP on research and development in these areas? Is it because the
benefits of science and physics specifically are not fully recognized in
industrialized and developing nations? Is it that they really do not want to
face the idea that our world is in desperate need of change to ensure we do not
destroy ourselves?Physics
and technology must work together to resolve the need for new technologies that
will decrease the damage to our planet, for strategies to ensure that the
people of developing countries have the tools to progress, the need for
solutions to deadly diseases that remain a threat, and the need for solutions
to the increasing demands we place on our resources before they are depleted.The
role of physics in our modern world is more important than in any other time in
history.
Physics
generates fundamental knowledge needed for the future technological advances
that will continue to drive the economic engines of the world.Physics
contributes to the technological infrastructure and provides trained personnel
needed to take advantage of scientific advances and discoveries.Physics is an
important element in the education of chemists, engineers and computer
scientists, as well as practitioners of the other physical and biomedical
sciences.
Physics
extends and enhances our understanding of other disciplines, such as the earth,
agricultural, chemical, biological, and environmental sciences, plus
astrophysics and cosmology - subjects of substantial importance to all peoples
of the world.Physics improves our quality of life by providing the basic
understanding necessary for developing new instrumentation and techniques for
medical applications, such as computer tomography, magnetic resonance imaging,
positron emission tomography, ultrasonic imaging, and laser surgery.
Prof. John Kurakar
Prof. John Kurakar.
Elected as the Global Council Trustee of United Religions Initiative in June,
2014. “The United Religions Initiative community in 96 countries of the world
enthusiastically welcomes Prof. John Kurakar as the Global council trustee of
the fast growing International Interfaith Association. Prof. Kurakar is coming
from Kottarakara St. Gregorios College where he served for three decade as the
professor in Malayalam Language and Literature and coordinator of Continuing
Education in University of Kerala.Kurakar’s work at St.Gregorios College is
widely acknowledged as a good teacher and a Social thinker. He involved
many movements and associations related to, Literature, Art. Palliative Care,
Social Service, World Peace and Religious harmony. Kurakar is a recognized as a
Social thinker, Social worker and the author and editor of several books and
numerous articles, including Education ‘Social Service, Adult Education, and
Transformation: Religious Pluralism, Spirituality and a New Vision for Higher
Education in Kerala. In 1979 John Kurakar founded Kerala Kavya Kala Sahithy, an
Education and Literary Organization working with Schools and Colleges in Kerala
to promote co-curricular activities, religious pluralism and world Peace. He
also posted more than 13000 (Thirteen thousand articles in his website (www.profkurakar.blogspot.com)
that is “window of Knowledge”. In 2008 he founded a an Association for
charitable work “Kerala Association for Palliative Care Initiative” . He served
more than one decade as the programme officer for National Service Scheme in
St. Gregorios College and received awards from Kerala University for Best
Programme Officer in continues five years. Prof. Kurakar also served more than
five years as the programme co-ordinator for Adult and Population Education in
University of Kerala. He worked many years in Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Prishathu
as the State level Education secretary. Co-editor of Science Magazines like
“Grama Sasthram, Sasthragathi etc. Prof. Kurakar is now working as the chairman
of the South India- Sri-Lanka Region of the United Religions Initiative,
President of Kerala Kavya Kala Sahithy,Global Visual Forum and Secretary of the
Fresh Water Action net of South Asia (FANSA) He received Pravasi Bharatheeya
Award, Kerala Kavya Kala Sahithy Award, Kerala University Adult Education
Award, Kerala Continuing Education Award etc. Now Prof. John Kurakar is the
Principal of the “ Nobel Entrance Coaching Center in Kottarakara”.
Physics
is the most basic of the physical sciences. From chemistry and geology through
to biology and cosmology, we understand science in terms of the concepts developed
in physics. Not only this, but many of the tools on which the advances of
science and technology depend are direct product of physics.
Mathematics is a methodical
application of matter. It is so said because the subject makes a man methodical
or systematic. Mathematics makes our life orderly and prevents chaos. Certain
qualities that are nurtured by mathematics are power of reasoning, creativity,
abstract or spatial thinking, critical thinking, problem-solving ability and
even effective communication skills. Mathematics
is the cradle of all creations, without which the world cannot move an inch. Be
it a cook or a farmer, a carpenter or a mechanic, a shopkeeper or a doctor, an
engineer or a scientist, a musician or a magician, everyone needs mathematics
in their day-to-day life. Even insects use mathematics in their everyday life
for existence. 
