The Power of Time: Entropy and Human Experience

Time and Entropy
Listen to this article – Read by Ian Hall FRAS

Time, a fundamental dimension intrinsic to the universe, is as enigmatic as it is essential. It orders the sequence of events …

Know your Einstein: Special Relativity vs General Relativity

Special Relativity and General Relativity

Albert Einstein’s pioneering theories of Special and General Relativity have profoundly revolutionised our comprehension of the universe. Emerging from the same foundational principles of theoretical physics, these theories explore different facets …

The Ever-Evolving Symphony of the Periodic Table

The ever evolving symphony of the periodic table

Reading Time – 10 Minutes, Difficulty Level 1/5

The periodic table of elements, a masterpiece of scientific organisation, stands as a testament to human ingenuity and the unending quest to understand the fundamental building blocks of the universe. This iconic …

TAS Podcast – Dinosaur 101 – From Fossils to Feathers

TAS Podcast Episode 4 - Dinosaur 101 - From Feathers to Fossils

Listening Time – 70 minutes, Difficulty Level 1/5

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The Integral Role of Calculus in Astrophysics

Calculus in Astrophysics

Reading Time – 18 Minutes, Difficulty Level – Expert

In the realm of scientific collaboration, few partnerships have yielded as profound and productive results as the fusion of calculus and astrophysics. This mathematical framework, rooted in the concepts of change …

An Introduction to Neutrino Astronomy

An Introduction to Neutrino Astronomy

Reading Time – 10 Minutes, Difficulty Level 2/5

The cosmos, an infinite expanse of wonder and mystery, has always captivated the human imagination. In our relentless quest to decipher the universe’s enigmas, we have harnessed a remarkable tool: neutrinos—tiny, nearly …

TAS Podcast – The Strange World of Infinity

TAS Podcast - Infinity

Listening Time – 78 minutes, Difficulty Level 1/5

What do we know about Infinity?

Ian, Becks and Bree spend some time discussing the strange concept of infinity. What is it? Where do we find naturally occurring infinities and why is

Magic, Mystery and Majesty – What is Moonlight?

What is moonlight

Reading Time – 6 Minutes, Difficulty Level 1/5

Moonlight captivates with its celestial glow and ever-changing phases. More than just a symbol of romance or muse for poets, moonlight offers tangible scientific insights into Earth’s nearest cosmic companion. Here at …

Nuclear Reactions in Stellar Interiors and Nucleosynthesis

Stellar Evolution

Reading Time – 20 Minutes, Difficulty Level: Expert

Within the vast expanse of the cosmos, stars act as laboratories where nuclear reactions govern their fundamental behavior. Nucleosynthesis, a crucial astrophysical process, plays a pivotal role in shaping the formation of …