Articles tagged with "Science"
Friday Blog: The Science of Your Christmas Cake
Even after a massive dinner, there's always room to be found for a wedge of rich, fruity Christmas cake. But what makes a cake a cake? Read on to discover the amazing science of baking...
By Vikki Jones on Fri 17 December 2010
Science Books for Kids
If, like so many of us, you're prone to leaving your Christmas shopping till the last minute, a trip to the bookshop can be a great way to kill several festive birds with one stone. Books are great way of sparking kids' interest in science at any age. Have a look at our top picks for Christmas 2010.
By Vikki Jones on Wed 22 December 2010
Friday Blog: Entertain Yourself Online this Christmas
Opened all your presents? Eaten all the chocolate? Bored of all your games? Do not fear, our Friday Blog has found some wickedly addictive online activities that are not only fun but just a little bit educational.
By Vikki Jones on Fri 24 December 2010
Women in Science: Is the Media Sexist?
In an interesting article for nature.com, Jennifer Rohn, a cell biologist at University College London and editor of LabLit.com, discusses why she believes men are more prominent in science media than women.
By Vikki Jones on Wed 05 January 2011
Join the Google Science Fair!
Are you a young scientist with a brilliant idea for a science project that will be interestign and relevant across the globe? Google could have just the thing for you...
By Vikki Jones on Wed 12 January 2011
New BBC One series 'Human Planet' starts tonight
Are you fascinated by the world around you? Do you want to find out how humans have managed to adapt to the Earth's environment? Then BBC One's new eight part series, Human Planet, is for you.
By Vikki Jones on Thu 13 January 2011
Friday blog: Ask Us a Question!
Are you pondering the big questions of the universe? Or studying the biology of the world's smallest creatures? If you've got a science question you need answered, we're here to help...
By Vikki Jones on Fri 14 January 2011
Science in the News
With 24 hour channels, online newspapers and the non-stop world of social media, these days the news moves fast. But how does this affect the way the media covers science? And does the super-fast pace of news coverage mean that science journalists are more likely to make mistakes?
By Vikki Jones on Fri 04 February 2011
Festival celebrates link between Science and the Arts
How many times have you heard people say they are either an "arts person" or a "science person"? Is it not possible to be a bit of both. Scientists and musicians at the University of Plymouth seem to think so...
By Vikki Jones on Tue 08 February 2011
Royal Society says lessons can be learned from Scottish education
The Royal Society has published a report calling for reform to the English A-Level system and praising the breadth of education offered by Scottish Highers.
By Vikki Jones on Wed 16 February 2011