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The Importance of Physics to the Irish Economy

I have always thought that physicists, and scientists in general, should make a stronger effort to make evident their importance in economic terms. Even if we are talking about basic science, there [Read More]

Education

Reflexions about my teaching experience in Spain

I taught for a semester in a private University in Spain (Universidad Católica de Valencia). The subject was ‘Knowledge of the Physical, Natural, Social and Cultural Environment’ for [Read More]

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