Nov 16th, 2008 · A new exhibit at California's Huntington Library is opening up the work of the giants of science. Colorful star charts, close-up lunar sketches and dog-eared books reveal the world as seen by the eyes of Newton, Galileo and Copernicus.
Nov 14th, 2008 · More than 45 years ago, primatologist Jane Goodall observed wild chimpanzees making and using tools — a finding that dramatically changed the field of primate research. Goodall discusses her career and what lies ahead in the field of evolutionary science.
Nov 7th, 2008 · With the election behind him, President-elect Barack Obama is beginning to assemble his transition team. From energy policy to heath care, how will Obama approach science, technology and health issues? Which programs do you think should be on his agenda?
Nov 6th, 2008 · The master of the "techno thriller," Michael Crichton, has died at the age of 66. He was battling cancer. Crichton was best known for scary stories of science gone wrong in popular books like The Andromeda Strain and "Jurassic Park.
Nov 1st, 2008 · The musician, political folk-song enthusiast, inventor and film-strip maker uses outdated equipment to explore new dimensions. His electronic instruments seem to come right out of '50s science fiction.
Oct 31st, 2008 · A new exhibit at California's Huntington Library showcases centuries of diagrams covering everything from anatomy to astronomy. Beautiful Science: Ideas that Changed the World collects original drawings from scientists such as Galileo, Darwin and Robert Hooke.
Oct 27th, 2008 · The national spotlight is on the presidential race, but there are also heated congressional races underway across the country. NPR Political Editor Ken Rudin discusse the key races, along with political science professor Paula McClain, including the North Carolina senate race between incumbent Rep. Elizabeth Dole and Democratic contender Kay Hagan.
Oct 25th, 2008 · Students at Chicago's High School for Agricultural Sciences learn from farming livestock and crops, but they also train for several other careers. Ag High's curriculum includes subjects such as English, history and science, along with classes literally taught in the field.