Season 8

Season 8

2014-03-10
8 Episodes

Episodes

Energy

1. Energy

2014-03-10

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The team investigate how close Britain might get to running out of electricity.

Cancer

2. Cancer

2014-03-17

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Liz Bonnin explains how cells turn cancerous by blowing high-tech bubbles.

Big Data

3. Big Data

2014-03-24

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Liz Bonnin takes a look at how big data monitors Rolls Royce jet engines.

Ageing

4. Ageing

2014-03-31

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The team investigate the ill effects of old age, from weakened bones to dementia.

Flu

5. Flu

2014-04-07

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The team look at flu, with Jem Stansfield explaining the disease on a cellular level.

Flooding

6. Flooding

2014-04-14

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With the waters receding, the team takes a more considered look at the recent floods.

Trains

7. Trains

2014-04-28

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The team look at measures engineers take to ensure Britain's rail system stays on track.

Disaster Relief

8. Disaster Relief

2014-05-05

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A look at the problems the humanitarian community faces when tackling a disaster.