Name: Searching for Superhuman
Released: 2020-10-27T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Dr Shalin Naik

TV Show · Documentary

A profile of the scientific discoveries that have revolutionised society's understanding of what it means to be human, and have informed the way people strive to live longer, better, and smarter.

2020 · 53m

Starring Dr Shalin Naik

EPISODE 1

The Code of Us

An insight into the work of scientists as they begin to decipher the extraordinary 'Code of Us', with everything from genetic blueprints to microbial inhabitants.
EPISODE 2

Thinking Small

By focusing on the small-scale processes of the human body, scientists have developed breakthrough treatments for disease and new understandings of the deadliest new epidemics.
EPISODE 3

Building the Brain

Explores research into the human brain and how our understanding of brain function, memories and trauma has changed over decades.
EPISODE 4

Spark of Life

The story of scientific advances in fertility treatments, improving the life of the foetus and bringing up baby.
EPISODE 5

Bionic People

Bionic People is an eye-opening episode into past, present and future efforts to unlock superhuman potential. The programme will discover if it is possible to enhance humans with the power of machines.
EPISODE 6

Immortality

From extending lives to reversing ageing, scientists have made incredible breakthroughs that have not only saved lives but heralded a new era where the human body can stay healthy and youthful, until the moment of our death.