Professor Brian KeatingFrom Nebulas to Nukes: The Physics of WarfareAstronomers and physicists have always been called upon for their adept abilities to convert basic scientific facts into deadly weaponry…5d ago5d ago
Professor Brian KeatingYou’re the average of nothing and infinityYou’ve heard the cliche, “You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” This adage emphasizes the influence of our…Aug 26Aug 26
Professor Brian KeatingDo you Have a Bad Boyfriend? Blame This Man!Richard Dawkins has significantly influenced my understanding of evolution and culture. He’s one of the few people who have not only…Aug 201Aug 201
Professor Brian KeatingTonight, the Sky will be on FIRE! Here’s a guide so you don’t miss the best shower in years!As summer’s warmth envelops us, it’s time for the annual celestial delight: the Perseid meteor shower. This year promises a particularly…Aug 13Aug 13
Professor Brian KeatingThe Perils of Fake ProfessorsAs a Professor for many years, I’ve had the privilege of teaching science to some of the world’s most brilliant students. My 20 years at…Aug 6Aug 6
Professor Brian KeatingYou’re the Best LoserThe Olympics have started, hooray! Paris is a madhouse, and there’s been much ado about the opening ceremony, but I’m thrilled to be back…Jul 29Jul 29
Professor Brian KeatingAre you captured? Do this!Annealing is a metallurgical process that involves heating a material to a high temperature and then cooling it slowly to remove internal…Jul 23Jul 23
Professor Brian KeatingAnti-Science Alert: How Candace Owens Pollutes the Intellectual LandscapeDoes Science Need a Reality Check?Jul 17Jul 17
Professor Brian KeatingAre you a creep?Have you ever noticed that when something becomes less common, your idea of what counts as that thing expands? A team of researchers found…Jul 9Jul 9