Eureka!

This episode looks at the major discoveries that led to the understanding of the principles of heredity. Early on, humans realised that they could modify nature and use other species - through domestication and breeding - to meet their needs. Over time, some species became extinct whilst others evolved, just like humans themselves.

Revisiting the key breakthroughs in history that allowed us to understand the world of microbes which led to the development of modern medicine.

Where does plastic come from? In this episode we look at the history of plastic and how it is both good and bad for us.

From Pythagoras to Wi-Fi, these are the key moments that allowed mankind to master electromagnetic waves.

Examining how the principles of gravity and friction were understood through the ages by great scientists: Ptolemy, Galileo, Newton and Einstein.

What actually is electricity? And how is it produced? A focus on the scientific discovery of electricity and an explanation of how it works.