Stoma by Heather Ackroyd and Dan Harvey. A
scanning electron microscope image of a grass leaf
epidermis, developed in grass.
< Senescence - what happens to tree leaves
in the autumn and crops when they ripen - is Sid
Thomas's research speciality,
and this is the place to visit to learn all about
this fascinating subject.
< Where will the food and raw materials come from in an
uncertain future? Science will be essential to
answer this worrying question. The
Agriculture page explains.
< What kind of science is
Ecology? Can we understand
the biosphere just by observing it, or does it require
experimental intervention to obtain true insights?
This issue and more are discussed here.
< CP Snow may have been right about the Two Cultures, but
we don't have to take it lying down. Follow the
link to The Arts learn about Sid Thomas's excursions across the
Science-Art divide.
< In
Press is the place for publication lists (including downloads), abstracts of recent papers,
seminars and conference presentations.
< Sid Thomas's scientific experience means he often
provides a Consultancy
service for international companies and
government agencies.