Dublin as a capital city and Ireland as an innovative country with a long and proud history in scientific developments[…]
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Author: donnachaod
Although a professional scientist, my astronomy interests are at the passionate amateur level. I believe strongly in science outreach and education. The best way to combat pseudo and anti-science lies is by knowing the truth. In my own little way, this little website is trying to fly the flag of scientific truth...in a fun way!!!
Serious About Science
There are reports that the Government are planning to cancel the National Children’s Science Centre at a time when we[…]
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Movie Review: Frau im Mond (1929)
Cards on the table here, I am a sucker for old black & white movies that depict the future. And[…]
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Movie Review: Moon (2009)
This is an excellent piece of cinematography. It may not be to every one’s taste, but if you like Solaris[…]
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Movie Review: First Man (2018)
This for me was one of The movies of 2018 and I say that as an ardent Marvel and Queen[…]
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Guide To Buying A Starter telescope
A good telescope is a wonderful gift but where do you start? To buy a suitable starter telescope, it helps[…]
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Where Art And Astronomy Meet The Open Road
An outdoor exhibition featuring astronomy photographs will hang at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) at 10 Burlington Road,[…]
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Ireland’s First Astronomers: Rethinking The Past
The Great Mound: The great mound was built over 5,000 years ago, probably after the construction of Newgrange. The Great Mound[…]
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For All Mankind
Humanity is returning to the Moon, heading for Mars and from there….who knows? As someone who has always been fascinated[…]
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