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First Space Shuttle Launch
Nasa was searching for a way to go back to space after their landing on the moon. April 12, 1981, marks the date that NASA launched the first space shuttle mission. This would shift how we began to explore space. This space shuttle was the first launch of the Space Transportation System. -
First Permanent Artificial Heart Transplant
Dr. Robert Jarvik was well-known for the work he did on the first permanent artificial heart. He would go on to do the first-ever permanent artificial heart transplant. The first recipient of this heart lived for 112 days, but with improvements and advancements in technology, he was able to allow a second recipient to live for 620 days. That is a 500-day difference. This great achievement, later on, allowed us to further explore the creation of artificial organs. -
DNA Fingerprinting
In the year 1984, Professor Alec Jefferys discovered genetic fingerprinting. This would create a revolutionary technique that had many uses in forensic science. It is important to note that not only did this change forensic science but it also allowed for paternity testing. This movement in technology allowed for a deeper understanding of DNA. -
Macintosh Shocks the World
On January 24, 1984, Steve Jobs introduced to the world the first Macintosh. This great advancement would pave the way for personal computers. This computer would include the interface MacWrite and MacPaint. Apple included its own hardware and create its own operating system. Apple would, later on, capitalize on its great invention and further create new technology such as the iPhone using the same operating system. We are now able to carry a computer in our pockets because of this invention. -
Fujifilm Creates First-Ever Disposable Camera
The Utsurun-Desu, otherwise known as the "It takes pictures", was created in 1986. Cameras during this period of time were on the more expensive side. Fuji created a movement allowing disposable cameras to be the more cheaper and accessible camera. Everyone wanted in on these flashy one-and-done cameras. Shortly after this invention Kodak would go and create their own version of the disposable camera. The accessibility and readiness of a disposable camera had every tourist wanting one.