FROM THE EDITOR
This issue of Supporting Science Curriculum in Hong Kong Schools has included seven articles, with each focusing on a particular subfield of Science.
1. Astronomical Science
Alfred Ching explores four hypotheses of the moon formation. He cautions the readers that there is still a long way before we can confirm which one is correct.
2. Biological Science
Botulinum Toxin, often abbreviated as Botox, has been a popular anti-aging medicine to remove wrinkles. Wade Wong’s article intends to explain the outcomes of ingesting and injecting this toxin.
3. Biochemical Science
How do you know if there is good chemistry between you and someone you are attracted to? Matthew Wong’s article perhaps can give you some clues as he explains the inexplicable chemistry that couples feel with each other.
4. Food Science
Molecular Gastronomy has become a hot topic lately in Hong Kong and other countries. David Ku is going to explain how important this concept is in understanding the principles behind cooking.
5. Geological Science
The rise of temperature due to global warming has been a concern among scientists and meteorologists alike. However, it is still not clear whether the warming is man-made or belongs to the long term climate pattern of the planet. Let WC Lam take us through some methods of measuring past climate which may in turn give us some clues about the formation of global warming.
6. Physical Science
Can you hit a home run? Okay wait—let’s step back to look at pitching first. MC Tsoy’s article aims to take a closer look at the pitching processes. After reading the article, you can become a successful pitcher one day!
7. Statistical Science
Last but not least, Louis Yung discusses how statistics is applied to one of our common daily activities—bus waiting.
I hope after you finish reading these articles, you will find that science can be fun and interesting. More importantly, science is relevant to our daily lives, too!
If you have any feedback and suggestions regarding this issue, feel free to contact me at LAUKEN@HKU.HK.
Regards
Ken Lau (Dr.)
Editor
