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Bioprecipitation
Synthetic Biology
Richard Hollingham reports on synthetic biology, a new science whose supporters hope will help redesign biological systems.
East Germany - Carl Zeiss - A State Within A State
The story of German partition and reunification through one of the country's most prestigious companies, Carl Zeiss.
Czech Republic - The Story of Semtex
The story of Semtex, a Czech plastic explosive that took centre stage in the military struggle between East and West.
Romania - A Scientific View Of Agriculture
This programme tells the story of Romanian agriculture, through communist collectivisation to reform after the revolution.
What Scientists Believe
Episode 1
Stephen Webster speaks to six scientists about the links between scientists' beliefs and their scientific research.
Episode 2
Episode 3
Moving Feast
Extreme Persuasion
Explorations in the world of science.
What's The Point Of Zoos?
Can zoos make a real contribution to conserving creatures in the wild rather than being menageries for public entertainment?
The Future Of The Internet
Feeding The World
Sue Broom asks if science can feed the world with pressure on land, water and energy increasing as the population grows.
Volcanic Ash
A Distinguished Race
Episode 1 - What’s In a Race?
In an age of racial tolerance, many people are fascinated by genealogy. Steve Jones discovers if race is relevant at all.
Episode 2 - Skin Deep
Meddling With Designer Babies
"Designer babies" are implausible, but will governments still use genetic science to alter populations?
Would I Lie To You?
Would I lie to you?: Part one
First broadcast in 2010. How good is technology at spotting lies?
Would I lie to you?: Part two
Artificial Life
Roland Pease explores Craig Venter's research into artificial life and others who are working towards creating life in a lab.
Images That Changed The World
X-ray and The Double Helix
Dr Mark Lythgoe looks at medical imaging, exploring the impact of X-Rays, foetal ultrasound, brain scanning, and microscopes.
Cold Chain
Geoff Watts investigates the cold chain - the procedure for keeping vaccines at the right temperature as they travel.
Gulf Of Mexico Oil Disaster
Jon Stewart talks to researchers trying to mitigate the effects of the oil spill from the explosion of a Gulf of Mexico oil rig.
Waging War On Viruses
In the battle to stop viral attack on people, plants and livestock why isn't humankind winning?
Seriously Fun
Dr. Stuart Brown explores the psychological and social importance of play, revealing how it shapes our brains and our emotions.
Dangers In The Dust
