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    If you want to visit other sites
    about science,
then the following
    links might be of interest.

    Sites also of interest to children and
    teenagers are marked (Y).


New Scientist
Not only a great magazine, but also a great resource on the web. If you have a subscription, then you have free access to the magazine's vast archive. (Y)

Scientific American
This is the "Ask the Expert"section of the site, but Scientific American has numerous other features on its website.

Fermi Questions
If you have never heard of Fermi questions, then visit this site and try one. The great Enrico Fermi used to test out potential grad students with these curious questions. (Y)

Alex's Paper Aeroplanes
This site will tell you all you ever wanted to know about paper aeroplanes - the different types, how to make them, and even where to read about them! (Y)

Physics.org
This site suddenly hit the headlines when it gave the recipe for the perfect paper plane. It also contains lots of other good physics-related material. (Y)

Brain Pop
Some aspects of this educational site require registering, and other bits cost money. But it is lively, exciting and stimulating, and the free bits are certainly worth exploring. Great animations and a hip stylish design. (Y)

How Stuff Works
A huge website containing a vast array of information - find out how stuff works, from lasers and radio to pickpockets and knuckle-cracking. (Y)

The Why Files
When I search for answers to science questions, the answer is sometimes here at the Why Files site. Fascinating questions, clear answer. (Y)

Dinosauricion
View this site to find out more about dinosaurs. From artists impressions and fossil sketches to information on the different eras of dinosaurs and the classification of the species. (Y)

Britney Spears' Guide to Semiconductor Physics
Carl Hepburn's site is a witty mix of information - where else could you find pages on edge-emitting lasers alongside Britney's lyrics?

Ask Mr. Science
This site catalogues questions children have asked a former scientist, during his weekly visits to local school. Questions range from 'What are animals made of?' to 'Does everything have a name?' (Y)

Dr. Karl's Homepage
A former doctor, scientist and engineer, Dr. Karl is now one of Australia's most popular TV and radio show presenters, and a best-selling author to boot. (Y)

BBC Science
Find out more about all aspects of science, from space to robots to the human body. The Beeb's general science website also contains a Learning Zone to help with exam revision.

Science Shack
Submit your questions to the Open University website, based on the OU television series with the same name.

Rough Science
This has been one of the best TV science programmes of recent years. The site contains lots of background to the Rough Science experiments.

Adam Hart-Davis
Adam is one of the best TV science presenter of recent times. This is his home page, but you can also visit his Science Shack or find out about his programmes about what the Romans, Tudors and Victorians did for us.


Investigate some curious riddles known as Fermi questions.

Einstein Pictures
A biography of the genius physicist, including pictures and essays, displayed as part of an exhibition by the American Institute of Physics.

Engineering Magic
This clever website explains the physics behind making a dollar bill look like its floating, squeezing an egg into a bottle and other magic tricks.

Fear of Physics
Designed to help physics-phobics, the site explains many principles of physics in a fun, informative manner.

Particle Adventure
A well illustrated site on particle physics, from quarks to dark matter to particle detectors.

Fractals
Melissa Binde's site looks at her work with fractals and other aspects of the science world - stunning images. 

Annals of Improbable Research
A light-hearted and sometimes quirky view on modern research projects. AIR are also the organisers on the infamous IgNobel Awards.

Quantum Physics
An advanced site on Quantum mechanics from the Ecole Polytechnique in France. Both French and English versions of this site can be viewed.

Great Unsolved Problems
Links to unanswered questions on maths, physics and financial econometrics.

Exploratorium
A guide to the Exploratorium museum in San Francisco. This site contains information and pictures of many of the museums exhibits.

London Science Museum
A guide to the Science Museum in London. Look out for the on-line exhibitions, the Science Museum picture library and the guide to science lectures in and around the U.K. In particular, it is worth visiting the exhiblets.

ScienceWorlds.co.uk
An online guide to science centres in the UK.

Random Knowledge Precipitator
A posting board for asking any scientific based questions you may have to ask, or are able to answer, from 'Do all worms sleep?' to 'Is hot water really best for shaving?'

Science Year (UK)
A great site from the UK government initiated Science Year. This site is suitable for visitors of all ages, from schoolchildren to adults - it's bright, buzzy and hugely interactive.

Scientific Humour
Links to some hilarious and some not so hilarious science based jokes....you have been warned!


Find out more about the life and times of the genius physicist Albert Einstein

Ask Dr. Universe
Ask Dr. Universe any everyday scientific question, or just read the replies to queries such as 'How do giraffes sleep?' (Y)

Astronomy

Ask The Astronomer
Dr. Odenwald holds a PhD in Astronomy from Harvard University - if anyone can answer your astronomy questions. it's this man. (Y)

Bill and Ted's Excellent Astronomy Pictures
Amateur photographers Bill Kramer and Ted Saker have taken some amazing pictures of the solar system, using amateur equipment. View some of their work on this site. (Y)

Kid's Astronomy
An excellent recource for encouraging an interest in astronomy among young people . (Y)

Extra Solar Planets
This site contains a comprehensive overview of all things solar, ideal for amateur
astronomers and for anyone with a general interest in the solar system. (Y)

Famous Astronomers
Biographies of famous astronomers from Copernicus and Halley to Chandrasekhar and Eddington.

History of the Universe
Aimed at schoolchildren, this is an intelligent site about the history of the Universe, written in a clear and simple way. (Y)

Hubble Picture Gallery 
View some of the amazing pictures taken by the Hubble space telescope over the past decade. (Y)

Hubble Space Telescope
This site is packed with information about the Hubble space telescope - pictures taken by the telescope as well as pictures and information on the telescope itself. (Y)

NASA Earth Observatory
Find out more about ecology and the environment from this website, or simply view some of the breathtaking images on the site. (Y)

NASA Human Space Flight
NASA's site outlines its missions into space - the crews, shuttle, life in space and much more.(Y)

SETI
Take part in the search for extra-terrestrial life using the unused power of your PC.

YETI
A fun site inviting you help in the search for the Abominable Snowman, a.k.a. the Yeti. (Y)

space.com
Science and astronomy news, views and technology in this well designed website. (Y)

The Nine Planets
An overview of the history, mythology and current scientific knowledge of the planets in our solar system. (Y)

The Solar System in Pictures
Over 200 pictures and quizzes on each of our planets. (Y)


Ask Dr. Universe

Home Experiments

Bubblesphere
The theory and history of bubble making, sneakily hidden amongst fun games and interesting bubble related facts. (Y)

Reeko's Mad Scientist's Laboratory
Reeko's site is an excellent resource for parents, teachers and schoolchildren alike. The site lists home experiments demonstrating a variety of scientific principles. (Y)

Science Bob
Science tutor to the stars, Bob Pflugfelder opens the doors of his amazing Science Mobile, from which a vast array of scientific information emerges...(Y)

Spike's Science Projects
Another great home experiments site, outlining experiments to carry out by lakes, with animals, or just at home in the kitchen! (Y)

Yukky Science
A site about zits, dandruff, gas, ear wax and more! (Y)


Visit Professor Bubbles World of Bubble Making