Fresh science from the Northwest
Northwest science news roundup: Really old humans, jellyfish jets, better cookies and winter slumber
In this monthly rundown from OPB, “All Science. No Fiction.” creator Jes Burns features the most interesting, wondrous and hopeful science coming out of the Pacific Northwest.
Science news roundup: COVID-detecting bubbles, bike safety, a vaccine for breast cancer
In this new monthly rundown from OPB, “All Science, No Fiction” creator Jes Burns features the most interesting, wondrous and hopeful science coming out of the Pacific Northwest.
Oregon researchers propose innovative path forward for farming’s water woes
Oregon scientists say farmers can future-proof their livelihoods (and the planet) by pairing agriculture and solar power production in the same fields. They’ll save water and make money, all while feeding and electrifying the world.
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At OHSU, researchers test a promising Alzheimer’s drug — and search for a cause
Drugs to treat Alzheimer's disease have been in development for decades, but almost every clinical trial has ended in disappointment. One theory is that we’re treating people too late and not long enough.
NASA’s Artemis I returns from the moon with hopes to get astronauts back there soon
The successful splashdown of the spacecraft with no humans aboard keeps NASA's Artemis mission on track to put the first woman and first person of color on the lunar surface by 2025.
A Vermont town employee quietly lowered the fluoride in water for years
Residents of a small Vermont community were blindsided by news that a water department official lowered fluoride levels nearly four years ago, giving rise to worries about children's dental health.
“All Science. No Fiction.” uses whimsy, curiosity and fun to place a spotlight on PNW scientists and the work they’re doing. With a playful style and a focus on solutions, we’re here to share joy and wonder and to explore innovation that promises greater equity and quality of life to you and your neighbors.
