Key Idea.
Section 1
Constructing an Evidence-Based Proposal
The final step of an engineering internship is communicating the solution.
A strong engineering proposal is built on a logical argument structure. It begins with a claim—the proposed optimal treatment plan.
Section 2
Applying Natural Selection to New Problems
The principles used to solve the malaria problem apply to other biological challenges. The mechanism of natural selection is universal.
For instance, farmers face a similar problem with pesticide resistance in insects. Just as drugs select for resistant parasites, chemical pesticides select for resistant bugs. By applying the same engineering principles—such as using combination treatments or rotating chemicals—we can manage resistance in agriculture just as we do in medicine.
Expand to review the lesson summary and core properties.
Section 1
Constructing an Evidence-Based Proposal
The final step of an engineering internship is communicating the solution.
A strong engineering proposal is built on a logical argument structure. It begins with a claim—the proposed optimal treatment plan.
Section 2
Applying Natural Selection to New Problems
The principles used to solve the malaria problem apply to other biological challenges. The mechanism of natural selection is universal.
For instance, farmers face a similar problem with pesticide resistance in insects. Just as drugs select for resistant parasites, chemical pesticides select for resistant bugs. By applying the same engineering principles—such as using combination treatments or rotating chemicals—we can manage resistance in agriculture just as we do in medicine.