Blog Post #2

Many try to comprehend the way science and technology is implemented in humanities. In the past, the two topics were unheard of being placed coinciding the other. With the advancement in technology and the positive ideas and feelings towards “futurism,” science and technology has been implemented in humanities and film. Popular science has become more awing and inspirational to many individuals world wide because of both its convenience and the opportunities it has with it. The field itself is a booming topic, filled with occupational and research related opportunities. 

Shows such as Breaking Bad and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, give viewers the opportunity to see how science can be applied to real life situations. In Breaking Bad, main character Walter White is a husband, father and high school chemistry becomes involved with drugs such as "meth." In this suspenseful popular science show, chemistry is looked at positively from viewers as appealing, and relating, for some I suppose that "cook" themselves.Combining educational science such as chemistry, or forensics with action, drama and other genres that appeal to the public entertainment industry makes a successful show.

Popular science motivates many now to continue pursuing education and has many reconsider the field of work and education that they initially chose. If technological advancements continues to progress, then many people will want to become a part of it because of its high demand and popularity. Whether the ultimatum of preference lies in becoming a chemist like Walter White, or becoming a Pathologist in the forensic science field because of Law and Order: Special Victims Unit, or Dexter, the inspiration came from popular science.