What and how much must scientists do, to feel that they’ve done enough? Continue reading
Survivor guilt, scientist guilt
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Lockdown and out
The looming relaxation of coronavirus lockdown measures is exposing the public to the messy basis of scientific fact-building. Continue reading
Powerlessness and impotence
The coronavirus pandemic has shone a light on the abilities and limitations of medics and scientists alike. Continue reading
Self-isolation…with kids.
TIR shares the stories of scientist parents coping with self-isolation. Continue reading
Artists wanted!
Would YOU like to contribute original artwork for a posting in TIR? Continue reading
True courage
One of the most enduring misrepresentations in cinema is the continual conflation of bravery with fearlessness. Continue reading
Lip service and walking the walk
The Natalie Portman – Rose McGowan spat illustrates a fundamental difference in activist behaviour. Continue reading
Back to school, back to work
For many, the weekend (TFI Friday!) and seasonal holidays (“Autoresponse: your e-mail will not be answered”) are a blessed respite from the grind of work. For working parents however, they signal the shift from part-time to full-time childcare. Continue reading
Stick to what you’re good at (a tribute to Lelio Orci)
Lelio Orci’s working life shows how a singular talent can be leveraged to maximal success. Continue reading
TIR Christmas play 2019: Hansel & Gretel
TIR doesn’t produce Christmas plays. But if we did, this would be our offering for 2019: a satirical scientific retelling of “Hansel & Gretel” Continue reading
