Category Archives: Arts

Impromptu Simon Jenkins spoof rallies the defenders of science

Posted on 28/06/2010 by Jon Butterworth

Some spoofs of Simon Jenkins following on from this.

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A Mammoth of Research

Posted on 25/06/2010 by Jon Butterworth

You know, there’s so much science on TV and in the papers these days. I mean, I share in the glory of science every bit as much as people who actually work at it. I certainly know much more than … Continue reading →

Posted in Rambling, Science, Science Policy, Silly, Writing | Tagged | 20 Comments

Dreamt of in your philosophy

Posted on 16/03/2010 by Jon Butterworth

I strive to retain respect for philosophy and philosophers, really I do. Some of my best friends are philosophers. I’d hate to dismiss a whole area of intellectual endeavour as a sterile playground for clever wasters creating and demolishing pointless … Continue reading →

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Safety First?

Posted on 06/01/2010 by Jon Butterworth

The risks of not doing. Continue reading →

Posted in Particle Physics, Philosophy, Physics, Science, Science Policy | Tagged , , | 6 Comments