Fruit Flies and Stardust
Unlock Your Science Curiosity
Fruit flies and Stardust
Unlock Your Science Curiosity
đ§ neurons in the average human brain
đ§ miles of blood vessels in the human bodyâenough to circle Earth twice
đȘ % of our solar systemâs mass is in the Sun
đ§ neurons in the average human brain
đ§ miles of blood vessels in the human bodyâenough to circle Earth twice
đȘ % of our solar systemâs mass is in the Sun
Thought experiments, strange questions, and science you wonât find in your textbook
Tiny Wings, Giant Thoughts: What Fruit Flies and I Have in Common
Depending on where you are in the world, when you think of Cambridge University, you might picture vast halls, ancient libraries, mad scientists with hair that looks like it has been electrocuted, dusty chalkboards or students with long, jet black gowns billowing...
Tardigrades, Antifreeze and MOXIE: Could a Living Organism Survive on Mars?
Did you know that living organisms could survive on Mars? Or that humans might have to colonise the Red Planet? Come with me on this fantastic journey through the realms of biology, physics and chemistry as we explore this hypothetical scenario that one day could come...
What If Earth’s Gravity Doubled?
If Earthâs gravity doubled, it would have a variety of negative effects on humanity. Bridges, designed to only hold up a certain amount, would collapse and fall! Cars would no longer be able to draw fuel from their tanks and would stop in a few seconds. Breathing...
Thought experiments, strange questions, and science you wonât find in your textbook
Tiny Wings, Giant Thoughts: What Fruit Flies and I Have in Common
Depending on where you are in the world, when you think of Cambridge University, you might picture vast halls, ancient libraries, mad scientists with hair that looks like it has been electrocuted, dusty chalkboards or students with long, jet black gowns billowing...
Tardigrades, Antifreeze and MOXIE: Could a Living Organism Survive on Mars?
Did you know that living organisms could survive on Mars? Or that humans might have to colonise the Red Planet? Come with me on this fantastic journey through the realms of biology, physics and chemistry as we explore this hypothetical scenario that one day could come...
What If Earth’s Gravity Doubled?
If Earthâs gravity doubled, it would have a variety of negative effects on humanity. Bridges, designed to only hold up a certain amount, would collapse and fall! Cars would no longer be able to draw fuel from their tanks and would stop in a few seconds. Breathing...
Books That Blew My Mind...

Thing Explainer by Randall Munroe
What itâs about:
This book explains how complicated stuff worksâlike spaceships, submarines, and nuclear reactorsâusing only the 1,000 most common words. Itâs funny, clever, and full of brilliant diagrams that make big ideas super simple.
Why I love it:
It shows that if you really understand something, you can explain it clearlyâeven without big words. It makes you think harder and laugh at the same time.
Best for:
People who love science, machines, or just figuring out how things tick.

What If? Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions â by Randall Munroe
What it is about:Â
This book answers some of the weirdest, funniest, and most brilliant questions ever askedâlike:
What if the Earth suddenly stopped spinning?
How much Force power can Yoda output?
What would happen if you tried to hit a baseball at the speed of light?
Why I love it:
This oneâs a classic. Hilarious, creative, and packed with real science, it answers bizarre questions like âWhat if everyone jumped at once?â or âCould you swim in a pool of spent nuclear fuel?â
Perfect for: quirky minds like me, s and deep thinkers with a sense of humour.
Best for:Â
Anyone who loves strange questions, or future scientists with big imaginations.

How To â by Randall Munroe
What itâs about:
This book gives ridiculously overcomplicated scientific advice for doing simple thingsâlike taking a selfie, digging a hole, or crossing a river. Want to move your house with helicopters? Fly using a drone swarm? This book explains how⊠with real physics and lots of laughs.
Why itâs great:
It teaches problem-solving, creative thinking, and scientific logicâwhile being totally silly. It shows that science isnât just about factsâitâs a playground for imagination.
Best for:
For us kids (and adults) who ask âwhat if I did this instead?â and love taking things to the extreme like me, just to see what would happen. đ
Books That Blew My Mind...

Thing Explainer by Randall Munroe
What itâs about:
This book explains how complicated stuff worksâlike spaceships, submarines, and nuclear reactorsâusing only the 1,000 most common words. Itâs funny, clever, and full of brilliant diagrams that make big ideas super simple.
Why I love it:
It shows that if you really understand something, you can explain it clearlyâeven without big words. It makes you think harder and laugh at the same time.
Best for:
People who love science, machines, or just figuring out how things tick.

What If? Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions â by Randall Munroe
What it is about:Â
This book answers some of the weirdest, funniest, and most brilliant questions ever askedâlike:
What if the Earth suddenly stopped spinning?
How much Force power can Yoda output?
What would happen if you tried to hit a baseball at the speed of light?
Why I love it:
This oneâs a classic. Hilarious, creative, and packed with real science, it answers bizarre questions like âWhat if everyone jumped at once?â or âCould you swim in a pool of spent nuclear fuel?â
Perfect for: quirky minds like me, s and deep thinkers with a sense of humour.
Best for:Â
Anyone who loves strange questions, or future scientists with big imaginations.

How To â by Randall Munroe
What itâs about:
This book gives ridiculously overcomplicated scientific advice for doing simple thingsâlike taking a selfie, digging a hole, or crossing a river. Want to move your house with helicopters? Fly using a drone swarm? This book explains how⊠with real physics and lots of laughs.
Why itâs great:
It teaches problem-solving, creative thinking, and scientific logicâwhile being totally silly. It shows that science isnât just about factsâitâs a playground for imagination.
Best for:
For us kids (and adults) who ask âwhat if I did this instead?â and love taking things to the extreme like me, just to see what would happen. đ
What I am Reading Right Now...

Time, Love and Memory
The quest to find the origin of animal behaviour by Jonathan Weiner
What I am Reading Right Now...

Time, Love and Memory
The quest to find the origin of animal behaviour by Jonathan Weiner
Quotes for Inspiration
âThe universe is under no obligation to make sense to you.â
Neil deGrasse Tyson
âLogic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.â Albert Eintein
âIf you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.â
 Dalai Lama
Quotes for Inspiration
âThe universe is under no obligation to make sense to you.â
Neil deGrasse Tyson
âLogic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.â Albert Eintein
âIf you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.â
 Dalai Lama