A Spark of Science

In 1818 Mary Shelley wrote a book about a man named Frankenstein who brings a creature to life using electricity. But what does this work of science fiction teach us about the human body? First Broadcast on 21/10/2022

Today we are talking about blood sucking vampiric creatures, from midgies and leeches, to even some bird and bat species. First Broadcast on 14/10/2022

Aerospace Engineer Pam Smith discusses the important part satelites play in our daily lives. First Broadcast on 07/10/2022

It’s difficult to work out how to solve huge worldwide problems like climate change. The best thing we can do is set some goals, make a plan and work together. Let's explore what the Sustainable Development Goals are. First Broadcast on 30/09/2022

Join us as we take a whirlwind tour of the history of electric cars in this weeks edition of 'A Spark of Science'. First Broadcast on 23/09/2022

How often do you think about what you put in your bins? Join Jewel, a lecturer in Environmental Sciences as she discusses the complexities of sorting your rubbish. First Broadcast on 16/09/2022

DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid, and all living things have DNA in their cells. Lets explore this double helix shaped code that is within all of us. First Broadcast on 09/09/2022

Its time to take off and fly this futuristic episode about jet packs! Not just for superheroes anymore! First broadcast on 02/09/2022

In this episode; Joulie Axelithioti a lecturer in Environmental Sciences teaches us about wind turbines! And how they are a lot older than we might think. First broadcast on 26/08/2022

We celebrate the opening of our new community space by interviewing a collection of inspiring women fighting climate change in their own ways. First broadcast on 19/08/2022

Are 3D printers the closest thing we currently have to 'Star Trek' like technology? First broadcast on 12/08/2022

In the future: could we power our vehicles with rubbish like the Marty McFly's DeLorean? First broadcast on 05/08/2022

In science, do you think that all the good stuff has already been discovered? Of course not! First broadcast on 29/07/2022

Do you ask lots of questions? Well then, you might just be thinking like a scientist! First broadcast on 22/07/2022

What exactly do colourblind people see and what exactly causes such a condition? First broadcast on 15/07/2022

Did you know you dream on average six times a night? But why do we dream? First broadcast on 08/07/2022

Paint can make the world a beautiful place but it can also damage our environment. Find out exactly how in this episode. First broadcast on 01/07/2022

While listening to this wonderful episode you can discover the science behind how exactly you can hear a voice across the radio waves. First broadcast on 24/06/2022

As GSC's 21st birthday approaches we think about something no good party can go without: balloons! But how much do you know about the history balloons? First broadcast on 17/06/2022

For our super special centennial episode of 'A Spark of Science' we celebrate by sharing some cool facts about the number 100! First broadcast on 10/06/2022

Sharks, we think we know all about them but did you know some can be as big as a bus while others you could fit in your pocket? First broadcast on 03/06/2022

What exactly is a Tiny Forest or 'Wee Forest' and how can it help us get more involved with science and our local community? First broadcast on 27/05/2022

An excerpt from interview with Max Holloway from The Scottish Association of Marine Science about his expedition to Antarctica! First broadcast on 20/05/2022

The James Webb Telescope is worth its weight in gold...literally. Find out why and much more! First broadcast on 13/05/2022

Find out exactly what fibre technology is and why it is so popular. Hint; has nothing to do with cereal! First broadcast on 06/05/2022