in social media, junk food , alcohol drugs or any other source of instant gratific tion is that it requires no effort, all we have to do is consume and we are instantaneously reward- ed with large dopamine hits. The sad reality is that we live in a world that is designed to maximize profits y stimulating our emotions. It is scien- tificall proven that dopamine has a direct influen e on the decisions we make and the actions we take. Thus, ultimately dopamine controls us dai- ly and this is one of the many reasons why billions of people unconsciously focus their whole life on consuming instead of creating the lives they want to live. PARADOX The Bootstrap Paradox is a paradox of time travel that questions how something that is taken from the future and placed in the past could ever come into being in the fi st place. It’s a common trope used by science fiction writers and has inspired plotlines in everything from Doctor Who to the Bill and Ted movies, but one of the most memorable and straightforward examples—by Professor David Toomey of the University of Massachusetts in his book The New Time Travellers—involves an author and his manuscript. Imagine that a time traveller buys a copy of Hamlet from a book- store, travels back in time to Elizabethan London, and hands the book to Shakespeare, who then copies it out and claims it as his own work. Over the centuries that follow, Hamlet is reprinted and reproduced countless times until finall , a copy of it ends up back in the same original bookstore, where the time traveller finds it, bu s it, and takes it back to Shakespeare. Then, who wrote Hamlet? 42
From the smallest single-celled or- But what makes it EPIC? Of the sev- ganism to the largest creatures on eral gene-editing tools that have Earth, every living thing is defined emerged in recent years, none by its genes. The DNA within our seems to match the precision, low genes serves as a guiding manual cost and usability of CRISPR. that determines the function and behaviour of each cell, creating the Inspired by the bacterial immune physical characteristics of organ- system that targets and destroys isms. Genome Editing is a branch of viral DNA, scientists devised a meth- science that focuses on altering this od to refine this natural process to very DNA, thus essen tially changing target any DNA within any organism. our genetic makeup. This tool can be used to target and alter specific DNA, allowing scie - CRISPR is one such tool seeking to tists to eliminate inherited genetic modify the fundamental features of disorders like cystic fibrosis and living organisms. sickle cell anemia as well as acquired diseases, including AIDS, cancer and heart diseases. Furthermore, this technology can be used to engineer customized crops, plants and even animals that can overcome their previous limitations. The simplicity and robustness of CRISPR has transformed our abil- ity to manipulate genomes and stretched its application from basic science to a revolutionary tool with- in a historically short time. The CRIS- PR technology is a groundbreaking invention that can be used in re- shaping and tweaking the genetic code of the living organisms around us, transforming the way we view genetic engineering. 43
Across Down 3. Virtual computer world 1. Skill in performing tasks, especially 5. A person who designs, builds, or with the hands. maintains 2. The branch of science concerned engines, machines, or structures. with the processes and phenomena 8. Any of a large class of organic of the atmosphere. compounds with a characteristic 3. Set of electronic circuits on a small molecular structure containing four fl t piece of silicon. rings of carbon atoms 4. A member of a technically skilled 9. A set of rules to be followed while elite. solving a problem. 6. - The technique of making an ap- 10. All existing matter and space con- paratus, a process, or a system oper- sidered as a whole; the cosmos ate independently 7. The flying o operating of aircraft. 44
Women are quite literally breaking through the glass ceiling that once stood in their way and are standing alongside their male peers to deliver incredible results within the tech world Women in technology are underrep- tions. When polled, 52% of wom- resented in eye-opening numbers. en working in core tech companies Ranking highest on the list by survey ranked professional development respondents are roles such as IT ex- and training opportunities as one of ecutives (21%), business operations the top five incentives from their or- (13%), and project and program man- ganizations. This is compared to 42% agement (13%), but far fewer are in working in non-tech companies. cybersecurity (1%), DevOps (2%), and cloud computing (3%). Building an equitable workplace: Interestingly, 79% of women are em- The status quo highlights the dire ployed in tech roles in non-tech com- need to drive change across various panies. levels, organizations, and institutions. HR and business leaders have a crit- IT services are the largest reported ical role to play, and there are a few industry overall, with a 21% women ways to start: population. This gap in women em- •Create opportunities that matter ployees versus male employees is Women in tech are primarily interest- evident at leadership levels — 66% of ed in data management and cloud women surveyed say that men out- computing. However, organizations number them in their organization should provide opportunities for for leadership roles at ratios of 2-to-1 women to take on high-investment or more. priority and high-paying roles such But how to create a gender-repre- as cybersecurity (currently, only 1% sented and equitable workforce? of women hold positions in this high- It’s important to understand women growth field). employees’ needs, wants, and aspira- 45
• Design compensation and benefits ority, eff ctive communic- equally : Many women in tech report ation skills were a key ele- persistent inequity, condescending ment to advancing. their career. treatment, and skepticism in their Advanced technical skills rank abilities. HR must design a fair and second as a success factor (50% equitable compensation respondents), followed by team and benefits or total rewards phi- management for the technical team losophy. Top benefits that matter to (36%). Women have to work longer to women are health insurance (55%), climb the corporate ladder compared professional development/train- to men. According to the Skillsoft ing opportunities (52%), flexible Global Knowledge 2021 Skills and working hours (49%), and materni- Salary Report, the highest percent- ty leave (48%). On the salary front, age of men in leadership roles have most women (~45%) say that they 15-to-20 years of experience, while get a yearly raise, but it tends not to the highest rate of women have 26 exceed 10%. People policy and pro- or more years on the job. Hence, the cesses should focus on providing the need to curate women- centric men- avenues and opportunities to per- toring and coaching, and communi- form and grow, built on the bedrock ty creation for women to learn and of meritocracy. grow. • Invest in learning and career While challenges are abundant for growth: women in tech in India, these chal- Women in tech believe education lenges extend to other industries. will encourage more women to en- Change can happen with systems, ter the field and help those already policies, and processes, but the over- in tech thrive. 49% report that ad- arching need of the hour is fostering vanced training has improved their a massive shift in mindset. quality of work, 45% earned more Positive impact on company profits responsibilities, 41% could perform A 2016 Peterson Institute study has their work faster, and 34% got pro- also confi med how women and moted. A whopping 90% of respond- technology is a powerful mix in busi- ents said that they would consider ness revealing that the inclusion of getting certifications in the future to continue building their skills; the affinity for getting certified is greater in core tech companies compared to non-tech. For example, programming languages were the number one tech-related topic for women ea- rning certifications in 2022. • Mentor and coach for leadership success For 52% of women who’- ve reached a level of seni- 46
women in leadership roles has com- Businesses looking to develop acom- pany profits. The survey of 21,980 pany of inclusion are advised to at- companies across the globe across tract female candidates and ensure 92 countries found that companies diversity runs throughout each sec- with at least two women in executive tor of the workplace. To conclude, positions in the C-Suite (a company’s it’s clear that women have greatly most important senior executives) improved many aspects of technol- and two women in board positions ogy to date and look set to do so for had a higher turnover than those many years to come. without this kind of diversity. Why? Well, it’s thought having both men and women in top positions leads to a more inclusive company culture which seems to be a powerful formula for building profits. A diverse workplace has been shown to be a more rounded and proactive one with inclusive leaders of both sexes using the following attributes to bring out the best in their staff: Empowerment, accountability, hu- mility and courage. 47
Towering over the city of Dubai, the Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world, a title it has held since its inauguration in 2010. At 2,717 feet tall, this architectural wonder is a beautiful amalgamation of lo- cal cultural references and modern tech- nological advances. But what makes it EPIC? The race to build the world’s tallest man-made structure was a long one with each new contender only able to surpass its predecessor by a small margin. How- ever, all that changed in 2009, when the Burj Khalifa went on to surpass its previ- ous record holder by 60% breaking not just one but eight world records. Con- quering the obstacles posed by the harsh desert climate and staggering winds, the Burj Khalifa spans an unprecedented 163 floo s. Chief Architect Adrian Smith, modelled its design on the Hymenocallis fl wer or the Spider Lily – a regional de- sert fl wer, allowing for its striking and practical design. The building has a cen- tral buttressed core with sculpted wings arranged around it. This Y-shaped layout was calibrated to minimize local wind forces. The wings of the structure recede at certain levels forming a clockwise pat- tern as the tower crawls upwards, forming the pinnacle spire of the building. Serving as a multipurpose construction, the Burj Khalifa was a major step towards build- ing greener infrastructure that incorpo- rates new structural and construction efficiencies Illuminating the Dubai sky- line, the Burj Khalifa serves as a powerful and awe-inspiring evidence of the feats that modern engineering can achieve. 48
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