The Other Side of Science

Why studying calculus is important, even if you don’t use it

Noby — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:42:44 +0000

Students often say 'what's the point of learning this, never gunna use it?' and they're often talking about calculus. But calculus is legit important, even if you don't end up using it

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When NASA and Hollywood combine

Noby — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 03:30:39 +0000

NASA, you've done it again. Find out why they just became a little more awesome. Not what you think!

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The rise of the dung beetle: from science curiosity to fashion model

Noby — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:41:55 +0000

Dung beetles appear to be pretty gross, and understandably so. I mean, they literally roll around in filth. But these misunderstood creatures are on the rise, thanks to some fashion savvy researchers that have transformed these insects from trailer trash to fashion icons, all in the name of science

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The day I started ‘liking’ statistics

Noby — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 23:14:13 +0000

Stats, the very word is enough to put a shiver down any sane persons spine. But I have discovered that its not so bad and heres why

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Rediscovering rainbows

Claire.W — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 22:56:41 +0000

How is that sun shining on droplets of water is capable of producing rainbows in all their glory and variety? A chance sighting of an uncommon rainbow, a poor attempt at describing it, a quick google search to discover the depths of my ignorance and I’m off on a tangent to find out more about these bows of light and water that I’d been taking for granted.

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Trolling is like a box of chocolates?

Wee-Ching — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 22:22:26 +0000

So being a social media noob, it's probably not all that surprising that I didn't know much about "trolling," but I was enlightened after an episode of Insight a couple of weeks ago. In its mildest form, trolling just seems like a waste of time to me and in its most vicious form, it seems extremely cruel and unwarranted. But maybe that's just the way I'm wired. Literally.

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Jurassic park suddenly not so far off

marcusgj — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 22:58:19 +0000

You may have heard reports that our Jurassic Park dreams are over, and we can't hope to resurrect dinosaurs back from the dead. But is that true? Maybe mammoths hold the key?

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Why you shouldn’t laugh at vegetarians

Noby — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 22:31:26 +0000

Are you a red-blooded he-man who scoffs at vegetarians? Do you laugh and mock other men for not eating meat? Well your laughing days are over

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Chilli: Tastes Great, Lose Weight!

Noby — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 22:47:16 +0000

When you think about it, it doesn’t make sense that so many people like to eat chilli. It’s hot and therefore, can be a bit painful/irritating when eaten.

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Misogyny in Politics: What Tony Abbott needs to learn

Noby — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 22:42:50 +0000

Last week, Julia Gillard ripped into Tony Abbott, calling him sexist and a misogynist. But what does research tell us about differences between men and women? Are the comments Tony Abbott made misogynistic, or is he backed by science?

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I am Science, but I am not Geek

Noby — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 22:24:13 +0000

There's a growing movement to push scientists to accept Geek Pride. But is this the right course to push science into the spotlight?

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One drink too many? Maybe if you’re pregnant

Claire — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 09:17:40 +0000

Studies in the last few years have questioned whether there is any effect on children if the mother was drinking while pregnant. So is there a safe amount?

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Cheese: A love affair through time

Noby — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 23:18:34 +0000

This post has been republished from some fun things I did at RiAus Cheese has been the basis of many culinary love affairs and many photographic memories. Cheese has a long and rich history but we are only beginning to…

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Why are male models so unhappy?

Noby — Sun, 16 Sep 2012 23:08:50 +0000

Have you ever looked at a magazine, billboard or television advertisement and noticed how utterly depressed male models look. How many of them are smiling?

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Where did all the Emos go?

Noby — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 01:15:28 +0000

Quickfire science: It was only a few years ago that emos were everywhere. They were strolling down malls with their black skinny jeans, punk-rock jewellery and asymmetrical fringe haircuts. But where did they all go?

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How to Win at Tackling Climate Change

Noby — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 23:34:24 +0000

Climate Change action can be like tiger blood. WINNING! There is a way to win at tackling climate change while winning at life at the same time

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You and your skin: the price of beauty

Noby — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 05:55:52 +0000

Summer is coming and perhaps you're already thinking about getting a tan to keep your skin looking beautiful. But beware, both the sun and beauty could be your greatest enemy

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Curious about Curiosity: Life on Mars (Part III)

Claire.W — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 23:38:22 +0000

Perhaps there is life on Mars. SAM is the instrument that could reveal the signs of life we're searching for.

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Curious about Curiosity: Search for Water (Part II)

Claire.W — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 23:33:09 +0000

Curiosity will spend its days injecting neutrons into the ground, blasting rock with lasers and irradiating soils with X-rays, all in the search for water and to piece together a geological history of Mars.

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Curious about Curiosity: the Science Lab on Mars (Part I)

Claire.W — Sun, 12 Aug 2012 23:35:27 +0000

The Mars rover Curiosity has already achieved something special with its smooth landing, but some exciting science is just about to begin. Find out about the technology on board Curiosity that will conduct the search for water and perhaps find some clues about life.

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