The Australian Open provided another reminder that comparisons between the Big Three go beyond tennis. Continue reading
The world of science
Great scientists, great moustaches – Pt. 3 (a Movember posting)
In our third instalment of this series, we once again take a look at some great minds, and the moustaches that went (just) before them. Links at the bottom of the page to parts 1 and 2… Continue reading
Gods and Monsters
Nobel prize awards are a time when the worlds of science and celebrity briefly coincide. Should we then use the prizes to promote diversity? Continue reading
Print the legend
Like the American Dream, science is sustained by an ideal rather than the reality. Continue reading
Come together
What do rock festivals and scientific conferences have in common? Continue reading
Where are science’s moralising gods?
The scientific community needs moral standards if it is to continue its growth. Continue reading
A periodic table…of scientists!
2019 is the international year of the periodic table. To mark the occasion, we’ve created a periodic table…of scientists! Which element are you? Continue reading
Red Devils, Bluebirds, and young group leaders
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s appointment as ManU manager offers a few insights into the promotion of young group leaders. Continue reading
Fuck the mainstream (Keith Flint RIP)
TIR pays tribute to a musical icon. Continue reading
MySciMoment: Brooke Morriswood
Every scientist has a “moment”, an event that set them on their path. This is my moment. Continue reading
