Designed as the next-generation source of interactive science information on television and on the web, "Brink" is the premier series for immersing viewers on the frontlines of cutting-edge breakthroughs in technology, research, inventions, discoveries and the mysteries of the scientific world. / The series explores people who are on the brink of changing our lives, and will also include content generated from scientists, organizations, universities and viewers from around the world. / The series provides viewers with a clear understanding of the impact and relevance science has in our lives today, and offers significant insights into how science may profoundly change our lives tomorrow. / Each half-hour episode combines short-form reports on the latest global science news with vital interviews with prominent scientists. "Brink"'s innovative format will also include unusual segments covering a range of subjects from peculiar, avant-garde research to "backyard inventors" who are pushing the limits of science in their own way - such as building their own space craft. (Source: http://science.discovery.com/brink/about/about.html)