Summary 2

Popularly, scientists and engineers have been described as two different jobs in young. Scientists investigate, invent, and discover while engineers make, apply, and construct. However, in the reality, scientists always work with engineers. They work together to explore new information in the physical and biological world. Firstly, scientists are always need specific instrument to make experiments over their researching. Thus, they need the latest mathematical and computing methods and insert them into their systems for better understanding. New methods for studying the brain should assist the study of memory, learning, emotions, and thought. In exploring the universe, engineers also play an important role in future. In fact, scientists do not know what most of the universe is made of initially. They are the engineers who have continuously worked on to search a better answer for the questions. In addition, the investigation of universe is further improved by the invention of new and modified telescopes, both on the ground and in space. As Einstein said, finding out may require new tools to unlock the secrets of matter and energy. Engineers will be able to devise economical, but more powerful tools to assist scientists to explore realms beyond the reach of current technology. In the future perspective, the foundation of quantum mechanics will be another field for engineers and scientists to cooperate, in order to explore new insights and knowledge. In summary, the greatest challenges will be faced by engineers, scientists, and society itself. Engineering’s success in finding answers to nature’s secrets will not only advance the understanding of life and the universe, but also provide engineers a better working enthusiasm in their life.

Summarized from National Academy of Engineering, “Engineer the tools of scientific discovery,” Available at: http://www.engineeringchallenges.org/cms/8996/8965.aspx