Season 8
2014-03-10
8 Episodes
Episodes

1. Energy
2014-03-10
The team investigate how close Britain might get to running out of electricity.

2. Cancer
2014-03-17
Liz Bonnin explains how cells turn cancerous by blowing high-tech bubbles.

3. Big Data
2014-03-24
Liz Bonnin takes a look at how big data monitors Rolls Royce jet engines.

4. Ageing
2014-03-31
The team investigate the ill effects of old age, from weakened bones to dementia.

5. Flu
2014-04-07
The team look at flu, with Jem Stansfield explaining the disease on a cellular level.

6. Flooding
2014-04-14
With the waters receding, the team takes a more considered look at the recent floods.

7. Trains
2014-04-28
The team look at measures engineers take to ensure Britain's rail system stays on track.

8. Disaster Relief
2014-05-05
A look at the problems the humanitarian community faces when tackling a disaster.