Women in Science: What have the chemists ever done for us?

Let’s face it: there is wonderful chemistry in everything that surrounds us. Chemistry is behind simple things from colourful clothes, makeup and other beauty products to delicious fresh food and drink. Never believe the labels that say “chemical free” – it’s impossible.

By Lesley Yellowlees | Notebook, Science & Technology | Friday, 20 July 2012 at 3:54 pm

Reach for the stars: The UK’s £7 billion space industry

Having clambered ungracefully into the back of the cab, I realise I’m being scrutinised by its driver. “So what do you do then, love?”

“I’m a Space Scientist”.

“You what?”

By Maggie Aderin-Pocock | Notebook, Science & Technology | Wednesday, 28 September 2011 at 4:33 pm

Can we trust the kids? Of course we can!

When I was first presented with the idea of organising an “Unconference” for school age students, I must admit I was in two minds. All the talk of blue sky thinking, original solutions and young people being given a free reign made the part of me that had been a classroom teacher for 17 years a bit edgy.

By David Porter | Notebook | Friday, 23 September 2011 at 5:34 pm