Tuberculosis has plagued humans as far back as 4000 BC. More commonly known as the “White Death,” its horrific reality unleashes life-threatening symptoms that affect the lungs with signs of violent coughing, chest pain, and coughing up blood. In 1905, Robert Koch, German microbiologist and researcher, received the Nobel Prize in Medicine for his untiring work in the discovery of the tubercle bacillus. This captivating documentary is the first of its kind to track the historical evolution, showcasing the destruction, and unravelling the science behind this deadly disease. Though this deadly disease may have traumatic connotations that infected hordes of people dating back to the early 1900’s, today it is on the comeback trail with a wicked vengeance infecting up to one-third of the world’s population.
Toxic Bees: Nature’s Mayday
International co-production Toxic Bees— Nature’s Mayday is a science documentary that originates from the scientific investigation of the mass death of bees (CCD, Colony Collapse Disorder) in recent years. The film tracks and analyzes Taiwan’s world-leading research on bees; by examining the latest research of scholars around the world, Toxic Bees explores the serious impacts of pesticides on both our environment and human health, which includes ADHD.
Toxic Bees 2: Human Intervention
Following up on the award-winning first film, Toxic Bees 2, establishes more concrete scientific links between bees, environmental pollution and human health. It looks at the misuse of agrochemicals by examining the long-term difficulties and pressures faced by beekeepers committed to environmental protection, scientists advocating for pesticide control, and concerned scholars of public health.
The Plastic Fantastic Brain
A Gemini Award-nominated Canadian documentary, investigating new research from the frontiers of neuroscience that is changing our fundamental understanding of what the human brain can do. In the past, medical science assumed the brain was incapable of adapting after damage caused by injury or disease. This two part series documents the surprising discoveries that are changing what we know about the human brain.
The Mind of the Universe
The Mind of the Universe traces the rapid evolution of human knowledge and the science behind typical human behaviours. It explores the fate of humanity, and the world of tomorrow through the eyes of the greatest thinkers and scientists of our time. Presented by the esteemed Robbert Dijkgraaf, the director and Leon Levy Professor at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, this series poses the question “does all this human knowledge make us the mind of the universe?”.
The Genius of George Boole
Narrated by Oscar-winning actor Jeremy Irons, The Genius of George Boole assembles academics and industry leaders from across the globe to explore the life and importance of one of the world’s greatest mathematicians and unsung heroes. This film shines new light on the legacy of George Boole, now recognised as the forefather of the information age.
Super Science Season 2
Super Science uncovers groundbreaking developments from across the world. Dissecting technologies with a language that relates to the common man in the street, the new series aims to make 21st century science ever more appealing, and relevant to the masses.
Space Mistakes: How NASA Failures Further Exploration
Discover how NASA failures furthered space exploration. Amazing behind-the-scenes stories of NASA catastrophes and near-misses, many of them unknow to the public. Space mistakes is a fast paced, investigative series detailing how mistakes have allowed NASA scientists, engineers and astronauts to make breakthroughs in the field of space research.
Shattered Ground
Hydraulic Fracturing or “Fracking” is a new technology that has opened up immense resources of natural gas buried in deep shale beds. Some see it as the answer to the energy crisis and a chance at energy independence. But fracking has become an incredibly divisive issue ripping apart communities and even families. The backlash is unprecedented, with states and countries adopting fracking bans.
Shattered Ground is a one hour documentary that looks past the rhetoric and emotional arguments to find the real issues involved in hydraulic fracturing, the opportunity, and the potential health and environmental issues that will affect us all.