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10 ideas that will change the world

10 ideas that will change the world: the planet's brightest thinkers reveal the wonders of tomorrow. PLUS the greenest place on Earth, Planet Dinosaur, the evolution of language and how safe is your mobile phone?

 

The Eco Island

Can the tiny island of El Hierro abandon fossil fuels altogether?

The Evolution of Language

How linguists are attempting to trace the roots of language itself

Planet Dinosaur

How terrifying dinosaurs were discovered and brought to life on your TV

Wireless Electricity

Coming soon to a high-tech home near you

Dr Alice Roberts

On the origins of our species and how she feared for her life filming her new show

Eco-cars Tried and Tested

Top Gear magazine’s Dan Read tests electric, diesel and hybrid cars that promise to help the environment and your wallet

PLUS

Games: Finding a fitting farewell for Star Wars: Galaxies
Q&A: Why are rainbows arched?
MegaPixel: Peek at a secret US army IED simulator
What’s On: Star in your own zombie movie at the British Science Festival
Update: Editing bacteria to turn them into chemical factories

 

On Sale Date: 
Thu, 2011-08-25
Issue Number: 
233
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Focus is the BBC’s science and technology monthly magazine. Jargon-free and accessible, you don’t need a PhD in particle physics to enjoy reading it. All you need is a quizzical mind that wants to understand the world around you, and gain a fact or two to keep up your sleeve in a pub quiz emergency.

With articles on everything from astronomy to archaeology, genetics to geology, you’re bound to find a piece to sink your teeth into. There’s also useful reviews on the latest bestsellers, websites, games and cutting-edge gadgets; advice and opinion from experts; news; stunning photography; and answers to your questions in the ever-popular Q&A section.