Question of the Week

Swimming in rivers is a cooling activity to partake in. But does drinking cola counter river-borne infections?

How can our body's internal processes be changed by medication and drugs?

Could we save money on horse manure by using our pets' little surprises?

Explosions in space lead to fun scenes in science fiction films, but just how dangerous are they?

Have you ever wondered why it's difficult to reopen a fridge door shortly after it has been closed?

We investigate the science of shipping container scanners and the shocking situation a listener encountered...

Is it better for our brains to call people instead of use text-based communication?

With spring and summer flowers in full bloom, we look at why countryside smells sometimes aren't smelt.

Can acid destroy more than just the materials of a spring?

Can we harness the rotation of our planet to generate electricity similar to wind turbines?

Can fully charged batteries replace our training weights for daily exercises?

With electric cars becoming more popular, what are the limitations of this exciting new technology?

What are scientists actually looking for when trying to discover a diseased gene?

The age of moon rocks may not be as relatively simple as assumed.

This head scratcher has left us all itching to find the answer.

Do accents change the way you talk to yourself?

Is there any science behind the behaviour of school students being affected by the moon similar to werewolves?

It's not like they can wrap up warm & drink some hot tea.

We focus in and reflect on how this star feature of the telescope is maintained.

What gives stars that shimmering quality, and why do their colours differ?

Is it difficult to chill with the cold embracing your feet?

Ants in your pants is no laughing matter...

How do nations prevent collisions between spacecraft? Is there a space traffic control?

Which is better for the environment; shop bought tomatoes or home-grown?