A Spark of Science

What do beaver dams actually do? In this week's episode, discover how beavers play an important role in our ecosystems.

Why do we sneeze? And why does the stuff in our tissues turn that colour? Find out in this week's episode!

In this episode, learn about how the clothes you wear can change your mood and focus. Maybe there's a benefit to that school uniform after all!

Let's explore canine communication. Why do dogs have to pee so much? And why is it an important part of their social lives?

Have you ever wondered what makes a gemstone different from a plain old rock? Find out as we explore this hidden world of jewels.

You might have heard that sailors used to get scurvy. But what causes scurvy, and what does broccoli have to do with it? Find out in this week's episode!

Nothing we have sent to Mars has ever come back. Is this something that may happen soon? Join us to find out more about the Mars space missions!

Were there dinosaurs in Scotland? What are trace fossils, and why are they important? Listen to this week's episode to find out!

Rain, snow, sleet - we're used to wet weather in Scotland. How can water fall from the sky in so many different ways? Join us as we explore the science behind precipitation.

Join us as we explore the science of the Winter Solstice! What is it? When is it? And how does it happen? Find out in this weeks seasonal episode!