Working in that field makes you realise how odd people’s perception of risk really is, particularly in regard to road traffic accidents. In fact, I was saddened last week to hear of the death in a road accident of one of my ex-colleagues from those days. It seems odd to me that many who are very concerned about nuclear power risks don’t think twice about travelling on the roads.

I’m convinced that study of risk could help engage students with maths, and improve relevance. I like the sound of the Risk Roadshow being run by the Millenium Maths Project in this area.