What do Mars and Australia have in common?
If you’re expecting a punchline to that title, then guess again. It’s no joke. Surprisingly,
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The Highlights of 2012
As 2012 draws to a close and the new year begins, now is a good
Is India a nation of geeks?
Angela Saini, in her book Geek Nation: how Indian science is taking over the world,
Does my science look big in this? The astrobiology edition
During the 20th century a powerful new idea gradually entered our consciousness and culture: cosmic
Sandy’s aftermath
Before hurricane Sandy touched down on the east coast of America, it passed through the
The astronauts who put the USA on the moon
The Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1 into an elliptical low Earth orbit on October 4,
Breaking plates
What do Australia and India have in common? The answer is that they both share
Pioneer anomaly explained?
Pioneer 10 and 11 unveiled the solar system during the golden-age of robotic exploration. Their
For sale: One world class infrared telescope
The world’s largest and most productive dedicated infrared observatory just went on the market in
Does my Science look big in this? October edition
Science this month tackled many of the big questions: Where did life on Earth originate?
Best of Science blogging – September 2012
Lot of events happening this September and I’m looking forward to share with you some
The tribe that eradicated rinderpest
Karamoja region in northern Uganda is one of pastoral communities and closely dispersed ethnic groups
Urban informatics and new opportunities for interdisciplinary exchange – Interview with Marcus Foth
As an internet researcher and social media consultant, I ask some of the guests of
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“La rentrée!” Paris — first week of September. It’s when the city reignites again, everyone