Nuclear power plants crisis in Japan

Treehugger has provided some good basic articles about nuclear power plants and radiation exposure.

Japan’s coastline before and after the tsunami

These NASA satellite photos from September 2010 and March 2011 show the contrast in the appearance of Japan's coastline, before and after the March 11 tsunami.

Radioactive releases in Japan could go on for weeks or months, experts say

Japan faces continuing problems with its nuclear plants after the earthquake and tsunami on March 11.

Paul Wilson believes nuclear power is a good, safe choice

Nuclear scientist Paul Wilson explains why he believes nuclear energy should be a big part of our energy future.

Nuclear power is costly and risky according to Arjun Makhijani

Arjun Makhijani studies shows how the U.S. could have low-carbon energy. He believes wind and solar energy would be cheaper and safer than nuclear power.

Android that is life-like will blow you away

This life-like android will blow you away. It's called Geminoid DK, built by the Intelligent Robotics lab at Osaka University.

Can organic farmers be tech savvy?

Organic farmers use their understanding of natural processes to optimize crop yields. The surprising results make you wonder where to draw the line between technology and nature.

Celebrating 100 years of International Women’s Day

Join us in celebrating women today on this 100th anniversary of International Women's Day, what do women want? Everything we deserve.

Child remains provides glimpse into lives of earliest Americans

The partial skeleton of a three year old child, uncovered in central Alaska, dates back to 11,500 years ago. It's one of the oldest human remains found in North America.

Hadron Collider used to create sound

Scientists at the LHC are converting data from both real and simulated particle collisions into sound. Hear a proton collision played on marimba.