Alexander Chilton

Alexander has a BSc in Physics from the University of Sheffield. After graduating, he spent two years working in Sheffield for a large UK-based law firm, before relocating back to the North West and joining the editorial team at AZoNetwork. Alexander is particularly interested in the history and philosophy of science, as well as science communication.

Outside of work, Alexander can often be found at gigs, record shopping or watching Crewe Alexandra trying to avoid relegation to League Two.

Articles from Alexander

Wearable Technology - Incorporating Solar Panels into Clothing

In recent years, multifunctional portable electronic gadgets have flooded the commercial technology market.

16 Oct 2014

An Introduction to Sustainable Farming

Sustainable farming is term used to describe a collection of productive and efficient agricultural practices that can be used to produce safe and high-quality products which will positively impact farmers, animals, local communities and the environment.

19 Sep 2014

What are River Turbine Farms?

River turbines are based on a simple technology designed to harness energy from flowing water. It is a clean and renewable source of power. Large-scale application of river turbines covering a land area between 1 and 100 acres is considered a river turbine farm.

18 Sep 2014

Light Transmissive Carpets Woven With LEDs

Following the innovative addition of LEDs to ceilings and walls, Philips together with the carpet-manufacturer Desso have created the world’s first LED-lit luminous carpets.

12 Sep 2014

Make Your Own Biodiesel

The consistent and constant rise in fuel prices across the globe are a clear indication of the depletion of the world's oil resources. As a result biofuel, and biodiesel in particular as it is the most available, is now regarded as an affordable and easy to use alternative to oil.

11 Sep 2014

An Energy Revolution - 3D Printed Solar Panels

With fossil fuel reserves expected to run out within the next century, the need to use renewable sources of energy such as solar power has never been so great.

5 Sep 2014

New Approach to Manage the Impact of Climate Change on Coastal Regions

Scientists at the University of Southampton have found that the rising sea level and climate change continue to impact the coastal regions and hence appropriate measures need to be taken to better manage the effect of these climatic changes.

2 Sep 2014

Healthy Diets and Reduced Food Wastage Can Mitigate Greenhouse Gas Emissions

The rising demand for food products has made a significant impact on the environment. A new study published in Nature Climate Change, suggests that if this trend continues then food production will be equal to the worldwide targets set for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in 2050.

2 Sep 2014

New Satellite Data Shows Sea Level Around Antarctic Coast is Rising Faster Than Global Average

According to new satellite data compiled over the last 19 years, the sea-level around the Antarctic coast is rising faster than the global rate.

1 Sep 2014

Reduced Water Scarcity Possible by 2050 According to Utrecht and McGill University Scientists

Water scarcity is a major issue across the globe. According to scientists from Utrecht and McGill University, water scarcity can be reduced by the year 2050.

1 Sep 2014