Science Journalism: Hype is the Problem

Science Journalism: Hype is the Problem

I largely agree with this (subscription required for full text): The media not only influence public perceptions but also shape and reflect the policy debate. Few decisions are made by policymakers…
Balloon Science in "Up"

Balloon Science in "Up"

Can you fly a house with balloons?  The recent Pixar movie "Up" does, but it's animated.  In the "Up" production notes, Steve May, the film's supervising technical director, writes "It was…
PRINCE2 2009 Launched

PRINCE2 2009 Launched

LONDON, June 16 /PRNewswire/ -- The APM Group, which is responsible for the Office of Government Commerce (OGC) Best Practice Qualifications, is celebrating the launch of PRINCE2 2009. To coincide…
Rare Earth Supply Under the Microscope

Rare Earth Supply Under the Microscope

LONDON, June 16 /PRNewswire/ -- - Fifth International Conference on Rare Earths, Hong Kong 17-19 November 2009 There have been some radical changes in the rare earth industry over the last twelve…