Bang Goes the Theory - Season 4
Season 4
Episodes
Japanese Earthquake and Tsunami
The team looks at the science behind the recent Japanese earthquake and the tsunami it triggered. Plus the technology that attempts to protect us from the power of our planet.
IVF, Playground Swing and a Special Mirror
The team take on more scientific challenges. Liz looks at the new IVF research that may increase success rates, and Jem tries to go 360 degrees on a playground swing.
Supersonic, Sticky Stuff and an Optical Illusion
The team take on more scientific challenges. Dallas goes supersonic and meets the team behind a 1000mph car, Jem tests some homemade glues and Dr Yan puzzles commuters.
Calories, Risk and Antibiotics
Jem demonstrates what a calorie is, Dr Yan tests the ability of MPs to calculate risk, and Liz investigates whether we are running out of antibiotics and what will happen if we do.
Light, Lasers and Citizen Science
On the 50th anniversary of the invention of the laser, Jem Stansfield explains how they work and builds himself one. Dallas Campbell looks at the rise of Citizen Science.
GM Crops, Dust Allergy and Shattering Glass
Liz looks at the controversial science of genetically modified crops in Hawaii, while Dallas tries to remedy Jem's dust allergy by making him eat worms.
Singing Road, Dad Dancing, DNA Family Tree
The science series takes on a royal wedding theme. Jem builds a singing road as a present for the royal couple, while Dr Yan explains the science of dad dancing.
Recycling, GPS and Magic Tricks
The team put science to the test. Jem visits a mega-plant in Sussex to investigate the future of recycling, while Dallas explains how GPS works and how it is changing our world.
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