Tag Archives: science

Lighthearted takes on fiction and physics

Posted on June 17, 2018 by tkflor

Two comics by John Atkinson, thirst-editions and simplified-physics.

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Easy, breezy, accessible science

Posted on May 28, 2016 by tkflor

Guest post by mèþru: I found this video about the misreporting of science in order to make it interesting for wide audiences. Comedian John Oliver discusses how reporters do not fact check the studies they report, make sweeping conclusions that … Continue reading →

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Science, science-fiction and the power of imagination

Posted on January 9, 2016 by tkflor

Kazuo Ishiguro and Neil Gaiman. Illustration by Tim McDonagh, image from New Statesman. “In her mind’s eye, she saw forsaken civilizations, the bygone times when gods mixed with heroes and monsters interbred with beasts. Her childhood heroes were all brave, … Continue reading →

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Publish or Perish – academia and self-publishing

Posted on October 13, 2015 by tkflor

“He published frantically while he was a post-doc and junior faculty…” From Initial Conditions When Danielle, the protagonist of Initial Conditions, wants to work on the recently-discovered dark energy, her new boss dissuades her, noting that “in a post-doctorate, you … Continue reading →

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Old science-fiction and new research agree – paper is mightier than computer

Posted on May 31, 2015 by tkflor

“A paper computer?” said the general. He looked pained. “No, sir,” said Shuman patiently. “Not a paper computer. Simply a sheet of paper. General, would you be so kind to suggest a number?” “Seventeen,” said the general. “And you, Congressman?” … Continue reading →

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