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Does the CMB do it for you?

In Cardiff University we teach a Physics degree and an Astrophysics degree (and actually a degree which is half way in between). The ‘physics’ cohort of students are always asking me why they need to know about the Cosmic Microwave … Continue reading

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I don’t have the money or the energy

“Are you feeling tired and lacking in energy?” the tabloid magazine cover will ask in garish letters, superimposed over a picture of Jennifer Anniston for the 3rd month in a row. But what is energy, in this situation? It sounds … Continue reading

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Gregynog Hall and students who don’t like beer

I’ve spent this week living in a stately home. Its a stately home which is leased to University of Wales, is freezing cold, has terrible coffee, and smells slightly of dog, not wet dog just smelly dog. These things just … Continue reading

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