Insights

Is the FSS really too expensive?

June 26, 2011
As the public sector culling continues, so does the Government’s seemingly smug indifference. “Our hands are tied” they shrug, yet poorly concealed smiles reveal the joy as they exert their...

Janine Erler’s Red Hot Women Award

June 26, 2011
Women are increasingly being recognised for their role in science and scientific research, and this month’s Big Ask is no exceptionDr Janine Erler has recently been named winner of the...

Intellectual property

June 26, 2011
Is intellectual property protection getting in the way of innovation and ultimately new medicines for patients? Leila Sattary investigates the importance of IP, the barriers it creates and new models...

Is nuclear the answer?

June 17, 2011
The Committee on Climate Change suggest 14 nuclear reactors should be built to help the UK reach their carbon emission target – but should they hold fire while alternative renewable...

Nomenclature debate rumbles on…

June 15, 2011
It appears that after last month’s rallying cry to all those in charge of naming scientific equipment (The delicate art of inspiration) that something of a split has developed in...

Genetic legacy

May 26, 2011
As a recent father I find myself more and more concerned with the idea of legacy. What will I pass on to the next generation? What will I be remembered...

A ray of sunshine with Lucie Green

May 26, 2011
They travel at 2000km/s and could well be heading our way - who better to chat to about coronal mass ejections than all round solar expert and sole female presenter...

Nuclear wonderland

May 26, 2011
During the last decade, nuclear power has gradually regained its credibility in the eyes of the public but now one uncontrollable nuclear accident has reminded everyone of the risks associated...

Removing the mystery of the Mona Lisa

May 16, 2011
The Mona Lisa is one of the most famous paintings in the world, and she has been in the spotlight again recently as scientists attempt to identify who the subject...

The delicate art of inspiration

May 15, 2011
Inspiration can manifest its self in many different guises, shaping the tableau of humanity’s exploits and endeavours in ways that can be hard to piece together. Sometimes with subtlty, sometimes...

Buzz about town

April 29, 2011
What’s all the buzz about honeybees? These precious pollinators of fruits and vegetables are disappearing and threatening our food supply. Despite the awareness of the problem and the seriousness of...

Money money money

April 26, 2011
Money - goes the saying - makes the world go round. Well, much as anyone with even a passing acquaintance with gravity and Newton’s famous laws may take umbrage at...

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