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What technology should we research next?
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| Superstring Theory |
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2 |
14.29% |
| Applied Relativity |
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5 |
35.71% |
| Silksteel Alloys |
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1 |
7.14% |
| Organic Superlubricant |
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2 |
14.29% |
| Bio-Engineering |
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10 |
71.43% |
| Write-In |
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0 |
0% |
| Abstain / Xenobanana |
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0 |
0% |
| Total: |
14 voters |
100% |
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AdamTG02
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Williamsburg, Virginia
Aug 2002
time: 00:26
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What should our next focus of research be? You have two votes and three days.
Superstring Theory attempts to explain the fundamental forces of the universe by exploring the initially counterintuitive idea that fundamental particles, such as quarks and electrons, are not single points but five- or seven-dimensional "strings." While this idea was theorized as early as the late 20th century, it was only with the development of Nonlinear Mathematics that this theory could be modeled and tested. The increased scientific debate following our discovery of Cyberethics provided the stimulus. Understanding the properties of strings is expected to bring new understanding of fundamental forces such as electromagnetism, allowing the prototyping of a Chaos Gun based on the new physics. This understanding might also lead to a way to industrially manufacture Monopole Magnets -- currently theoretical particles which are believed to have a single-directional magnetic charge.
Applied Relativity would update Einstein's theories of based on our understanding of Advanced Subatomic Theory, as well as data gleaned from our use of Superconductors. The stimulus this discovery would bring to our understanding of physics is expected to allow the construction of a Supercollider where these theories could be tested and refined. Understanding the fundamental forces of the universe would place us well on the way to constructing a Unified Field Theory quantifying and explaining those forces. New ideas on the nature and makeup of light might furthermore point the way to a theory of Photon/Wave Mechanics.
Silksteel Alloys are a new compound developed with techniques based on Advanced Subatomic Theory, intended to fulfill the demand for durable materials from factories employing Industrial Automation. These substances mimic the fibers of a spiderweb to attain tensile strength greater than any substance yet known. Even aside from the industrial applications, our generals believe that these metal fibers could be woven into a Silksteel Armor of great resilience. The refined industrial techniques involved in this research might be invaluable for developing Monopole Magnets; furthermore, the use of these compunds on a molecular level could provide tools for unraveling Photon/Wave Mechanics.
Organic Superlubricants are lubricants which act like simple life forms, naturally responidng to stimuli and "learning" the best places to apply themselves. These substances, refined from Synthetic Fossil Fuels, are much in demand among engineers working to implement Fusion Power. Our military also hopes to apply this technology as a coolant in an experimental device referred to as a Fusion Laser. The increased efficiency which these lubricants would bring is expected to be invaluable in the development of Nanominiaturization techniques; it also might allow the infrastructure necessary for Advanced Spaceflight.
Bio-Engineering is the next wave in genetic engineering. While Gene Splicing allowed desired genes to be assembled from existing genomes, this technology would go a step further and allow genes to be constructed at the molecular level. Based also on data on transplants gleaned through our implementation of Neural Grafting, this technology would allow for widespread transplants of healthy organs to replace worn ones -- and might allow for the creation of genes that do not age at all, allowing a Longevity Vaccine. The increased industrial skill that working at the molecular level would entail might also allow us to construct a self-sustaining Clean Reactor. This technology logically implies the next step -- a somewhat worrying one. Genes -- healthy or unhealthy -- could be transmitted to a human host through a virus, by means of Retroviral Engineering.
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