Science increases our power in proportion as it lowers our pride. — Claude Bernard, physiologist (1813-1878)

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Science Behind the Photo #42

The Giant’s Causeway: World Heritage site, celebrity of ‘Visit Ireland’ publicity campaigns, subject of myth and legend Its beautiful, sculpted steps are iconic, but it may shock people to realise … Read more

Mirror Mirror on the Wall

Mirror mirror on the wall, who’s the greenest of them all? Eco-conscious consumers are increasingly trying to make decisions based on a company’s green credentials. But beneath all the marketing … Read more

Podcast: Alan Turing’s Centenary

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Alan Turing’s birth and there are events happening across the UK to celebrate Turing’s contributions to computer science as we know it today. … Read more

Mortal Devices

Jo Poole | 7 May 2012 | Leave a comment!

This article is taken from the Spring 2012 issue of I, Science. Jo Poole asks whether humans really can be repaired like machines. It is true that however well we … Read more

Secret Scientist: Danka Tamburic

Danka Tamburic: Reader in Cosmetic Science, London College of Fashion The London College of Fashion is a world renowned institute. What is less well known is its scientific research. Dr … Read more

Will Underground CCS Work?

Luke Sheldon | 27 April 2012 | Leave a comment!

Longannet Power Station For many years the idea of carbon capture and storage has been floating around as a solution to global warming. But is it viable? With the government’s … Read more