Thursday, May 29, 2014

Another blog to check out...

Nuclear Regulartory Commission

http://public-blog.nrc-gateway.gov/tag/nuclear-power/

This blog is more political, the contents of the posts are official and written in the form of published articles. Some examples of what you would find are "The three Mile Isl;and Nuclear Plant", "The NRC wants to put the U in Strategic Plan", "Marking the three years of Post Fukushima Progress" and "Personal Accountability supports an organization's safety culture." If any of these topics appeal to you, I'd suggest checking it out! Its professional and includes proper citation for who wrote their articles. 


Another blog to visit...

The Nuclear Energy Blog

Into the sub-atomic world
http://blogthenuclearenergy.blogspot.com/

I would recommend this blog to anyone looking into the scientific side of nuclear power. It goes into great detail and specifics over the process of fission. Some of its articles include "Nuclear growth in India" with percentages and dates, Aqequate engineers to serve "India's Nuclear Mission" which includes specific examples, and an "Introduction to Nuclear Fission" which displays the entire process with equations and pictures. The blog also throws in quotes every now and then throughout the blog, which makes it diverse and enjoyable. I would easily recommend visiting this blog for its specifics on atomic physics and nuclear science! 


Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Another Blog to check out!

Fukushima Live

http://fukushimalive.blogspot.com/

This is a very interesting blog that offers many articles and posts to read up on. The blog posts include "Fukishima Agriculture", "Volunteering in Fukishima", "Japanese American Leaders tour Fukushima." The blog delves into a more personal sense discussing the community, but it is still written on a professional level. Not only will this blog improve your knowledge on the nuclear impacts of Fukushima but you will also get a more personal feel to the community and its culture.


Another blog to check out...

Atomic Insights

http://atomicinsights.com/

This blog offers information on events involving nuclear power happening all around. Such as finalizing the Nuscale and DOE agreement and the funds that are provided with it. This blog will also offer opinion with posts like "Mark Cooper is wrong about SMR's and nuclear energy" or "Existing nuclear plants are valuable and worth saving." Id recommend this blog to anyone that want insight on nuclear power that includes specific examples.


Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Other Blogs to Check out!

ANS Nuclear Cafe

                                    All Things Nuclear: http://ansnuclearcafe.org/
              
The blog ANS Nuclear Cafe was very informative and provided intertesting articles. The most recent posts include talking about the 210th Carnival of Nuclear Bloggers and Authors,The Nuclear Matinee and ANS Historic Landmarks. If any of these sound interesting head over to check out their blog. Its factual, doesnt include bias and they have links to other cites for further information on their subjects. Their posts range in length but each one offers quality information and I'd recommend checking it out. 

Monday, May 12, 2014

Can radiation cause beneficial mutation?

Mutation occurs when mistakes are made copying DNA. When the cells divide they introduce more variety of genes to the species. Mutations under nuclear radiation can be negative but also improve yield, quality, taste and size according to some farmers. Scientists say radiation breeding  could promote crop flexibility and help feed more people around the world. These seeds claim to be safe to handle and eat.

Would you eat crops from radiation breeding?
A vegetable grower holds a 'mutant cabbage' as his companion holds aloft a normal sized comparison