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Since it seems much of the northern hemisphere is cold and snowy at the moment, here’s some good reading to curl up with a hot drink over. For those in the southern hemisphere: here’s some good brain food to distract … Continue reading →

Up-Goer 5 We found ourselves right at the centre of this week’s dominant Twitter meme, as Anne’s post on using the Up-Goer 5 text editor to break down complex scientific concepts into simple words triggered a wealth of wonderful responses … Continue reading →

It’s been a slightly slow start to the new year here on Highly Allochthonous, as your intrepid bloggers have spent most of their time either travelling or preparing for a new semester of teaching (and, much of the time, both). … Continue reading →

Christmas is approaching – as are annoying relatives you want to hide from, big meals to induce lazy afternoons and evenings on the sofa, and cold weather you snuggle indoors to avoid. All of these activities will be greatly improved … Continue reading →

Volcanoes It’s that time of year again – cast your ballot for the 2012 Pliny for Volcanic Event of the Year: http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2012/12/nomination-time-for-the-2012-pliny-for-volcanic-event-of-the-year/ (via @eruptionsblog) Earthquakes How combining GPS sensors with seismometers can speed up identification of large/dangerous earthquakes, and emergency … Continue reading →