science – Chrife.com.gh https://chrife.com.gh Everyday news from a Christian Fellow Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:03:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.5 https://chrife.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/favicon-1-75x75.png science – Chrife.com.gh https://chrife.com.gh 32 32 151839082 Unleashing the Power of Words: A Journey through Grant Thompson’s Science Experiment https://chrife.com.gh/unleashing-the-power-of-words-a-journey-through-grant-thompsons-science-experiment/ Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:02:01 +0000 https://chrife.com.gh/?p=6775 In the realm of scientific exploration, few endeavors captivate the imagination quite like Grant Thompson’s experiment on the incredible power of words. In this groundbreaking study, Thompson delves into the profound impact that language can have on the physical world around us. Through a series of meticulously designed experiments, he unveils the hidden potential of […]

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Experiment by Grant Thompson

In the realm of scientific exploration, few endeavors captivate the imagination quite like Grant Thompson’s experiment on the incredible power of words. In this groundbreaking study, Thompson delves into the profound impact that language can have on the physical world around us. Through a series of meticulously designed experiments, he unveils the hidden potential of words to shape our reality and influence our perceptions.

At the heart of Thompson’s experiment lies the fundamental question: Can words truly exert a tangible force upon the environment? To answer this question, Thompson constructs a series of controlled trials, each designed to isolate the effects of language on various materials and substances. From water to plants to crystals, Thompson explores the transformative power of spoken words with astonishing results.

One of the most striking findings of Thompson’s experiment is the effect of positive and negative language on the growth of plants. In one trial, Thompson divides a group of identical plants into two groups. To one group, he speaks words of encouragement and affirmation, while to the other, he directs words of criticism and negativity. Over the course of several weeks, the difference in growth between the two groups is nothing short of remarkable. The plants exposed to positive language thrive, exhibiting vibrant colors and robust growth, while those subjected to negative language wither and languish.

Similarly, Thompson investigates the impact of spoken words on the crystalline structure of water. Utilizing high-resolution photography, he captures the breathtaking beauty of water crystals exposed to different types of language. When exposed to words of love, gratitude, and kindness, the water crystals form exquisite and symmetrical patterns, reminiscent of intricate snowflakes. Conversely, when subjected to words of hatred, anger, and despair, the crystals become distorted and fragmented, reflecting the chaotic nature of the language to which they were exposed.

Through his experiment, Thompson not only demonstrates the profound influence of language on the physical world but also underscores the importance of mindful communication in our daily lives. His findings serve as a powerful reminder of the interconnectedness between language, emotion, and perception, highlighting the need for positivity and empathy in our interactions with others.

Moreover, Thompson’s experiment challenges traditional notions of the boundaries between science and spirituality, inviting us to reconsider the role of intention and consciousness in shaping our reality. By harnessing the power of words, Thompson unveils a deeper understanding of the subtle forces that govern our universe, inviting us to explore the limitless potential of human expression.

In conclusion, Grant Thompson’s experiment on the incredible power of words stands as a testament to the transformative potential of language. Through his meticulous research and compelling findings, Thompson invites us to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, where the simple act of speaking with intention and mindfulness can shape our world in profound and unexpected ways. As we continue to unravel the mysteries of the universe, let us never underestimate the extraordinary power of the spoken word.

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Ghana’s Biggest E-Waste Yard Receives Major Boost https://chrife.com.gh/ghanas-biggest-e-waste-yard-receives-major-boost/ Thu, 28 Mar 2019 16:27:20 +0000 https://chrife.com.gh/?p=2428 The Old Fadama Scrap Yard in Accra, commonly known as Agbogbloshie, has begun to receive a face-lift with the completion and commissioning of a health centre, football pitch and training facility for the community on Wednesday. The facilities were as a result of the Technical and Economic Cooperation Agreement between the governments of Ghana and […]

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The Old Fadama Scrap Yard in Accra, commonly known as Agbogbloshie, has begun to receive a face-lift with the completion and commissioning of a health centre, football pitch and training facility for the community on Wednesday.

The facilities were as a result of the Technical and Economic Cooperation Agreement between the governments of Ghana and the Federal Republic of Germany, which gave rise to the “Environmentally Sound Disposal and Recycling of Electronic Waste (E-Waste Programme).”

The E-Waste Programme, being implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft fĂźr Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, seeks to improve the conditions for sustainable management and disposal of electronic waste in the country.

The training concept, in particular, would focus on economic efficiency, improved access to services, reduced exposure to health risks, and environmental protection.

Mr Christoph Retzlaff, the German Ambassador to Ghana, at the commissioning on Wednesday, said the initiative would help reduce risks to human health and environment by schooling scavengers to apply best practices for collection and dismantling of e-waste.

The 25-million Euro programme, he explained, would strengthen small-scale recyclers through capacity building on an individual and institutional level to work in a safer environment.

Mr Retzlaff said the combined effort between the two countries had begun to change the narrative of the scrap yard and was unfolding its full potential of becoming a place of environmentally friendly resource recovery.

“This will be a model for e-waste recycling in Ghana,” he added.

Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, the Minister of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, said the process of resource recovery from e-waste had been a major problem for the country over the years, adding: “The way things are done here is not right”.

The facility, he said, was an excellent example that would be replicate in other countries as well as support the livelihood of people trying to earn a living.

He said despite the severe consequences of the trade in e-waste, many were involved because that had been their livelihood over the years.

Recycling e-waste under a sound condition, the Minister stated, would help the local economy, reduce air pollution and ensure a clean environment.

Subsequent to the three projects commissioned, the Minister said a big plant would be established where occupational health and safety standards as well as proper treatment and elimination of hazardous substances would be practiced.

Dr Stefan Oswald, the Director-General of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Co-operation and Development, said: “Being here at Agbogbloshie I can see that the scrap yard is a very challenging place to work with a lot of environmental and occupational health problems”.

“It is not the ‘hell on earth’ like it is often reported in the international media, however, we need to work hard to make it a place where about 10,000 scrap workers can earn a living under improved health and environmental conditions.”

The core problem is that conditions for sustainable management of e-waste in Ghana are not adequately developed, however, the current system has great potential.

It achieves high collection rates of about 95 per cent e-waste and generates income and employment for unskilled youth, particularly from the northern part of the country.

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Ghana and Novartis Sign MOU to Enhance Treatment of Sickle Cell Disease https://chrife.com.gh/ghana-and-novartis-sign-mou-to-enhance-treatment-of-sickle-cell-disease/ Thu, 28 Mar 2019 15:59:17 +0000 https://chrife.com.gh/?p=2418 Ghana is set to scale-up the usage of hydroxyurea, a generic drug for the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease in all health facilities to reduce the cost of its medications and the burden of treatment on patients and families. This follows a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between Ghana and Novartis, an international pharmaceutical […]

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Ghana is set to scale-up the usage of hydroxyurea, a generic drug for the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease in all health facilities to reduce the cost of its medications and the burden of treatment on patients and families.

This follows a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between Ghana and Novartis, an international pharmaceutical company, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland in January this year (2019) to improve the diagnosis and treatment of persons with the disease in Ghana

Presently, the first consignment of 5, 600 doses, have been brought into the country and would be distributed in all public health facilities across the country to be sold to patients at a reduced price.

Hydroxyurea is a commonly used medicine for patients with sickle cell diseases in developed countries, developed by Novartis and approved for use in adults and children with SCD.

The Director-General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) Dr Anthony Nsiah-Asare, said at a press briefing in Accra on Wednesday (March 27) that MOU was a public-private partnership between Novartis, the Ministry of Health, the GHS and the Sickle Cell Foundation of Ghana.

It is expected to within the next five years, improve and extend the lives of people with the disease through a comprehensive approach to screen, diagnosis, treat and manage the disease, train and educate as well as elevate clinical research and scientific capabilities.

He said with the MOU, partners plan to collaborate on field testing and guidelines for management of sickle cell diseases, through the establishment of centres of excellence for SCD in the 16 regional capitals.

This, he said, would be followed by the expansion of new-born screening for SCD, which was presently done in some districts in Kumasi alone.

“The partners focused on four main areas, thus; treatment of the disease, which seeks to seeks to make hydroxyurea available and accessible in Ghana, diagnosis, with aims to make at least one new born screening site available in each region, research and advocacy,” he added.

Dr Nsiah-Asare said GHS will under the MOU, prioritise sickle cell disease as an unmet medical need in Ghana’s health agenda and facilitate the coordination amongst the various government entities.

He noted that the partners were working together for the inclusion of the hydroxyurea medicine and associated laboratory testing on the National Health Insurance Scheme

The Head of Global Health and Corporate Responsibilities at Novartis, Patrice Natchaba, explained that the partnership was to ensure that no child or family suffering from sickle cell disease was left behind.

He encouraged families to have their children tested for the sickle cell gene as early diagnosis was the surest way to reduce the disease burden.

Hydroxyurea, according to him, makes the red blood cells healthier when taken on daily basis.

Mr Natchaba said Nortavis was committed to its part of the partnership and will by September this year, bring in another 40,000 dose of the medicine.

Sickle Cell Disease is a hereditary and life-threatening condition that causes on-going damage to red blood cells, blood vessels and organs.

It affects the shape of red blood cells and can make blood cells and Bessel sticker than usual.

In Ghana, it is estimated that about 15000 births are affected by sickle cell diseases every year, while the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital diagnoses and treats about 1,000 of them with hydroxyurea every year.

Source: GNA

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