by Tom | Aug 21, 2013 | Reading, Science
Must read account of an unusual occurrence on a space walk. Amazing that we take the existence of the ISS for granted now, and it is nothing compared with what we need to do in space (and I strongly believe we can work on climate change and poverty while pushing ahead...
by Tom | Aug 18, 2013 | Reading, Science
Helpful to know that the anti-MSG message is based on no real science (everything is damaging in large quantities). Worth reading in full. Thought experiment: if you were offered Kombu salt to finish your dish, would you accept? If you were offered MSG crystals? Same...
by Tom | Aug 14, 2013 | Reading, Science
This is utter brilliance. The ISS travels 1,000 miles in the time it takes to listen to a famous pop song. What a story arc. If you like xkcd you should follow what if as well.
by Tom | Jun 19, 2013 | Reading, Science
Not something mystical, but a genuinely excellent reworking of mattress inflation technology. Worth following the link for the video. I love simple, elegant, unexpected inventions. Don't get me started on iOS7…
by Tom | Apr 26, 2013 | Personal, Science
Agnotology is the study of culturally induced ignorance or doubt, particularly the publication of inaccurate or misleading scientific data. There’s an interesting comparison with epidemiology (the study of how we know): agnotology is the study of why we do not...
by Tom | Mar 27, 2013 | Science, View
Astonishing photo of a star breaking out of its umbilical cord of dust and gas. APOD: 2013 March 24 – Dust Pillar of the Carina Nebula.
