Introduction
Among the critical discoveries that have been recently established, I would cite the creation of a detailed map of the human epigenome. An epigenome is a collection of components or tags that can attach to DNA and alter its structure, function, and operation.
Discussion
The discovery was published in Nature in 2015: it describes 111 reference human epigenomes that affect DNA methylation and other biochemical processes (Roadmap Epigenomics Consortium et al., 2015). I believe this discovery directly impacts my life because it gives me hope that a cure for cancer is possible. Understanding the epigenome allows humanity to understand cancer and its causes better; as such, tags are the triggers of tumors. I am confident that the results of this analysis will allow society to accelerate the cure for cancer and save as many people as possible.
The Role of Science and the Scientific Method
Science is a driving tool in the development of society, helping it to know reality in a deeper and better way. Without science, many of humanity’s achievements would not have been possible, and the comprehensive nature of scientific discoveries cannot be denied. Science has improved our worldview by endowing society with the capacity for understanding and compassion by demonstrating the multifaceted nature of the world. Science can advance humanity’s understanding of disease, the interaction of natural phenomena, and improvements in technology and computers. The scientific method facilitates research because there are clear steps to knowing reality (Sprouts, 2017). They improve the research approach of scientists in any field: for example, observations are best in zoology or botany and experimentation in medicine. These steps steer the scientific process, making it a legitimate and real thing to do.
Conclusion
In conclusion, by integrating science and the scientific approach into life, humanity learns to interact with the world and study it to improve its life.
References
Sprouts. (2017). The scientific method: Steps, examples, tips, and exercise [Video]. YouTube. Web.
Roadmap Epigenomics Consortium, Kundaje, A., Meuleman, W., Ernst, J., Bilenky, M., Yen, A., Heravi-Moussavi, A., Kheradpour, P., Zhang, Z., Wang, J., Ziller, M. J., Amin, V., Whitaker, J. W., Schultz, M. D., Ward, L. D., Sarkar, A., Quon, G., Sandstrom, R. S., Eaton, M. L., Wu, Y. C., … Kellis, M. (2015). Integrative analysis of 111 reference human epigenomes. Nature, 518(7539), 317–330. Web.