TV Schedule for Science
Wednesday, January 21st TV listings for Science
How the Universe Works Secret Lives of Neutrinos
Neutrinos are the most mysterious particles in the universe, and they power some of the most explosive events in the cosmos; new discoveries reveal how these ghosts pass through objects undetected and why they could be the reason humans exist.
How the Universe Works Aliens of the Microcosmos
The hidden kingdom of microscopic alien organisms shapes the universe as much as galaxies, stars, and planets; new discoveries reveal how bacteria, viruses and other micro-organisms built life on Earth and influence humanity's future in the cosmos.
Impossible Fixes Storm Surge Emergency
When sea levels rise, storm surge barriers work overtime to fight floods; it takes a team of experts to maintain these engineering marvels to prevent catastrophe and keep millions of people safe.
Impossible Fixes Hell on Water
A dedicated crew of mariners race time as they dredge North America's busiest shipping canal to allow safe passage for huge oil tankers; specialists repair years of corrosion and damage to get a massive ferry operating safely.
Impossible Fixes Tower of Terror
Technicians battle staggering heights and fierce winds to upgrade a communications tower that keeps millions connected; special access to this dangerous job site reveals what it takes to get the job done.
Impossible Fixes Firefighting Water Bombers
Maintenance crews at a remote airstrip are exposed to the elements as they keep water-bombing aircraft flying to battle forest fires; mechanics race against the clock to get transport helicopters to safely shuttle oil rig workers.
Impossible Fixes High-Wire Hell
Working thousands of feet above the California desert, engineers and crews perform perilous high-wire acts to keep a hi-tech tramway system operating safely for the hundreds of daily tourists it transports.
Impossible Fixes Roller Coaster 911
When the world's oldest roller coaster breaks at the worst possible moment, skilled engineers and technicians race against the clock to investigate what went wrong and how to fix it before it's opened to the public.
Impossible Fixes Ice Bridge Nightmare
A determined team of expert technicians battle nature's destructive forces to keep one of the world's longest road bridges open in deadly conditions.
Engineering Catastrophes Memphis Bridge of Doom
A vital Mississippi River interstate crossing is discovered to be in danger of imminent collapse in Memphis; experts use the latest science to investigate and uncover severely compromised load-bearing tension members with a life-threatening weakness.
Engineering Catastrophes Miami's Condo Catastrophe
Catastrophe strikes Miami, Fla., as a 13-story condominium tower collapses with deadly debris; experts use the latest science to investigate and uncover an uncontrolled method of demolition that led to catastrophic failure.
Engineering Catastrophes Bay Area Bridge of Mayhem
A devastating earthquake wreaks havoc on an iconic San Francisco bridge and leaves drivers fearing for their lives; experts use the latest science to investigate and uncover a weakened expansion joint caused by catastrophic shockwaves.
Engineering Catastrophes Jacksonville's Parking Garage Disaster
The construction of a new parking garage at a luxury waterside condo turns disastrous as it collapses in Jacksonville, Fla.; experts use the latest tech to investigate and uncover critical design flaws and unsupported lower levels.
Engineering Catastrophes Texas Oil Port Inferno
A deadly explosion strikes a major crude oil port creating an inferno of epic proportions in Corpus Christi, Texas; experts use the latest science to investigate and uncover a failed dredging operation that ruptured a propane pipeline.
Engineering Catastrophes Manhattan Crane Chaos
New York residents get a rude awakening when a disastrous crane collapse causes chaos on the downtown streets of Manhattan; experts use the latest tech to investigate and reveal how a slight increase in wind conditions created major catastrophe.
Engineering Catastrophes Jacksonville's Parking Garage Disaster
The construction of a new parking garage at a luxury waterside condo turns disastrous as it collapses in Jacksonville, Fla.; experts use the latest tech to investigate and uncover critical design flaws and unsupported lower levels.
Engineering Catastrophes Texas Oil Port Inferno
A deadly explosion strikes a major crude oil port creating an inferno of epic proportions in Corpus Christi, Texas; experts use the latest science to investigate and uncover a failed dredging operation that ruptured a propane pipeline.
Engineering Catastrophes Manhattan Crane Chaos
New York residents get a rude awakening when a disastrous crane collapse causes chaos on the downtown streets of Manhattan; experts use the latest tech to investigate and reveal how a slight increase in wind conditions created major catastrophe.
Engineering Catastrophes Bay Area Bridge of Mayhem
A devastating earthquake wreaks havoc on an iconic San Francisco bridge and leaves drivers fearing for their lives; experts use the latest science to investigate and uncover a weakened expansion joint caused by catastrophic shockwaves.
Impossible Fixes Roller Coaster 911
When the world's oldest roller coaster breaks at the worst possible moment, skilled engineers and technicians race against the clock to investigate what went wrong and how to fix it before it's opened to the public.
Impossible Fixes Ice Bridge Nightmare
A determined team of expert technicians battle nature's destructive forces to keep one of the world's longest road bridges open in deadly conditions.
Outrageous Acts of Science Super Weird
We reveal how to bend fire, turn a vacuum cleaner into a didgeridoo and become the world's fastest talker!
Outrageous Acts of Science Overachievers
We're counting down the biggest over achievers on the web, individuals whose dedication make them the best of the best. We'll learn how to bungee jump while playing the bagpipes, use a robot to shoot hoops, and drive vertically up a cliff face.
Killers of the Cosmos Little Green Men
Aliens could be lethal killers who want to invade and plunder our world; a team of experts investigate extra-terrestrial beings and their threat to human life.
