All Science. No Fiction.
Scientists in the Pacific Northwest are changing how the world thinks. "All Science. No Fiction” uses whimsy, curiosity and fun to place a spotlight on this work and the people doing it. These stories are about new marvels of technology, cutting edge solutions and inventions and grand ideas that pass the HCTC (Holy Crap That’s Cool!) test.

OPB Science From the Northwest
Part drone. Part insect. It’s Smellicopter!
What if drones could sniff out buried disaster victims?
Part drone. Part insect. It’s Smellicopter!

OPB Science From the Northwest
Old MacDonald had a...massive solar farm? (Oh, and sheep)
What if farmers could lead the green energy revolution?
Old MacDonald had a...massive solar farm? (Oh, and sheep)

OPB Science From the Northwest
A High-Tech Skull Cap to Soothe Sleepless Nights
What if we could harness brainwaves to get better sleep?