(Greek: beginning; the first, the leader, the ruler; being first has two different, but often related, meanings: one meaning indicated first in time; another indicated first in importance)

(architects are using stylish high-tech concrete to create beautiful and greener buildings)

(electricity has become one of the most significant areas of study in the world)

(concern over the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels has resulted in looking for alternative fuels that are less polluting)

(over the past century, knowledge of the way the universe works [science] has grown significantly, and with it the ability to apply that knowledge to everyday problems [technology] has changed the way people live)

(the spread of information with the "wiring" of the world has improved communications between people and accelerated the pace of scientific discoveries as well as greater efficiency in the exchange of technical knowledge and applications)