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Everyday science Blog How can you give yourself time to think? Felicity Mellor calls for silence in the April 2014 issue of Physics World
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Environmental policy Blog We are ill-prepared for climate-change risks Adapting to change is crucial, says IPCC report Read article: We are ill-prepared for climate-change risks
History Blog Lateral Thoughts: Voices from history Physics World's humour column has a serious side, too Read article: Lateral Thoughts: Voices from history
Everyday science Blog In praise of rocket scientists, ironworkers, superheroes and more Excerpts from the Red Folder Read article: In praise of rocket scientists, ironworkers, superheroes and more
Education and outreach Blog Student behaviour in the MOOCosphere New study investigates how students are engaging with massive open online courses Read article: Student behaviour in the MOOCosphere