Having dabbled in the sciences for the last couple years, I've seen many discoveries and inventions that showcase the versatility of human potential. Josh Silver demonstrates just what I'm talking about in one of the featured web clips from TED.com. If you've never had the opportunity to visit this site, please do so soon. It's a bunch of fun. This is the kind of kooky research that has immediate applications and should be marketed. What really sparked my interest in his idea was his aim to further reduce the price of his nouveau glasses. Now, I'm ashamed to think about how much cash was dished out for my glasses.
Silver's approach to the problem of eyewear would inevitably lead to a change in the way we operate on a daily basis. Optometrists and their practices wouldn't have the referenced 10,000 clients, but I believe their niche in healthcare wouldn't be completely uprooted. Putting into practice an idea like Silver's would eliminate many jobs, but, as he said, this is a "quality of life" issue. This should also make us consider what sacrifices we are prepared to make if our own professions or styles of life are threatened by the needs of others.
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