Science of Sci-Fi
6 Dec 2021

Science of Sci-Fi

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We all suspend a certain amount of disbelief when we immerse ourselves in a blockbuster movie. But for a geek like astrophysicist Alan Duffy, it’s particularly annoying how the elegance and beauty of physics is routinely spurned by Hollywood filmmakers … Continued
Phenomena – Episode 6: Magnetism
13 Sep 2021

Phenomena – Episode 6: Magnetism

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Magnetism is an invisible and influential force. Magnetic fields distort a metallic liquid into spectacular shapes that visualise magnetism in three dimensions. This film was submitted to the SCINEMA 2021 International Science Film Festival and was selected to feature in … Continued
Astrophysicists find the exoplanet they wanted
30 Jun 2020

Astrophysicists find the exoplanet they wanted

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This exoplanet is the size of Neptune and orbiting a young star. This article demonstrates the importance of perseverance in STEM and also shows applications of Physics and Earth and Space sciences to students in years 9-12. Word Count: 453 … Continued