Lab+Two


 * 1. Which product interests you the most, and why? (200 words)**

The product that interested me most is the Drip Irrigation System that was developed so farmers would have the means to develop both their agricultural and financial capacity. The reason I chose this product is because I believe that in order to actually help the other 90% of the population- especially those in third world countries, it is critical to adopt solutions that provide individuals with the abiltiy to become independent and self-sufficient. A major part of the problem in many of these countries is that they lack a very basic and important natural resource- water. Unfortunately, water lacks both in quantity and quality which has negative consequences on those who require it for their basic daily needs; and food happens to be a very big part of this equation. Therefore, since this product would improve crop quality, and intensify the agriculture that a region would be able to cultivate I have selected it with the understanding that a better irrigation system ultimately means that individuals need not be concerned with the amount of water required to produce enough food to feed those who are hungry. The elimination of hunger affords people with the ability to have good health and pursue other important goals such as education and sustaining their families. Furthermore, there is an economic imperative, since farmers are able to generate income from their harvests.

The category that would interest me to research more for my group project is SOCIAL INCLUSION. The reason this category is of interest to me is because I have come to the realization that there is a pervasive lack of social inclusion all around the globe. This to me is the essential premise behind this courses' examination of - The Other 90% of the Population, it is important for society to identify the role it plays in marginalizing and excluding individuals all around the world through various mechanisms- be through race, religion, social economic status, etc. I would love to better understand why it is that in a world where there is so much resources, there are those who scavenge for the very basic necessities of life.
 * 2. Which category would interest you to research further for your group project, and why? (100 words)**