Discovery
BBC World Service
Explorations in the world of science.
Episodes
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May 30, 2011 • 18min
30/05/2011 GMT
Explorations in the world of science.
May 23, 2011 • 18min
23/05/2011 GMT
Explorations in the world of science.
May 16, 2011 • 18min
16/05/2011 GMT
Exploring the successful eradication of smallpox, revealing the Soviet Union's production for missiles, debating the retention or destruction of smallpox stockpiles, and discussing the controversy over retaining smallpox virus stocks for research purposes.
May 9, 2011 • 18min
09/05/2011 GMT
Explorations in the world of science.
May 2, 2011 • 18min
02/05/2011 GMT
Radio astronomy revolutionizes our understanding of the cosmos with the Square Kilometre Array. Challenges in managing astronomical data, unveiling cosmic origins, and financial implications of the SKA project are explored. Potential for uncovering extraterrestrial life, early galaxy formation, dark matter mysteries, and advancing astronomical research and STEM education are discussed.
Apr 21, 2011 • 18min
25/04/2011 GMT
The podcast delves into the scientific landscape of surgery, exploring the challenges of evaluating techniques and the complexities of conducting trials. It also highlights the impact of communication analysis on improving participation in a prostate cancer treatment trial and explores the future of randomized control trials in surgery.
Apr 18, 2011 • 18min
18/04/2011 GMT
Explorations in the world of science.
Apr 11, 2011 • 50min
The Gagarin Legacy
In a special edition, the BBC's Discovery programme marks the 50th anniversary of the world's first manned space flight
Apr 4, 2011 • 18min
04/04/2011 GMT
Explorations in the world of science.
Mar 28, 2011 • 18min
28/03/2011 GMT
Explorations in the world of science.
