About Me

Hi, I'm affectionately known as the professor.

I am passionate about science, technology and the what makes the world tick.

I love creating, and I am a prolific inventor. 

Edward de Bono and his 6 Thinking Hats

Interested in Edward de Bono? This guy has changed our understanding of the creative process. Find out about Lateral Thinking What are the 6 modes of creative thinking, De Bono's 6 Thinking Hats? Listen to a cool interview from the big man. Buy h...

Top tips for creativity and creative thinking

Ever wondered why some people are more creative than others? Are they born creative? The answer is simple... creative people follow a pattern of thought that helps them come up with surprising results. This pattern of thought can be taught..we can all...

6 Thinking Hats - Lateral and Creative Thinking

Every wondered why some people are so creative? Ever wished you could be the same? Edward de Bono has cracked the creativity secret. This lens is about his '6 Thinking Hats' approach to creativity. Follow the guidelines and the magic starts to happe...

Tom Sharpe - Comic Author

This lens is about my favorite author, Tom Sharpe. I was introduced to Sharpe's work over 20 years ago, the book was Riotous Assembly, a comical swipe at authority, the concept of Englishness, and the South African police force during Aparteit. The b...

Best Way to Lose Weight

So what is the best way of losing weight fast? It's the question on most people's lips at some time in their lives. I've follow a very simple guide: 1. Keeping trim and fit is a lifestyle choice; it's not a fad to do just before Christmas, or the summe...

My Favourite Christmas Carols

It's that time of the year again, so what are your favourite carols?

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Just activate the video, and you can sing along too For other Carols, visit http://www.squidoo.com/Rudolph_the_Red_Nosed_Reindeer  

How to train for the London marathon

3 simple steps... 1. Start now. Don't delay 2. Build up to running 3-4 times per week. Give yourself rest days. Go for a swim instead. 3. Eat healthily. I'll give you some tips on diet later. 

Brunel

Brunel is an inspiration to all of us who have a thirst for the pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit. He was a larger than life character who continually looked for the next big challenge. His life achievements include... 

Barnt Green Sailing Club: The Best Sailing-Club Ever

I enjoy sailing in a stunning location with a family friendly group. The sailing is competitive, and we are home to several UK and European champions 

Wish You Were Here: The Best Pink-Floyd-song Ever

It is timeless. It is simple and uncomplicated, and very,very honest. Every time I listen to this song, it sends a shiver down my spine. It's partly dedicated to Syd Barrett, these original drive and inspiration for the group. Syd, sadly couldn't take...

Light Is Both A Wave And A Particle: The Wackiest Idea Ever

Coming up with the idea that light and matter have split personalities, can be thought as energy waves or particles needs a particularly wacky mind. This synthesis, by Einstein, brought together 2 opposing scientific groups. Both had hard evidence th...