Sporty Science: Going, going, gone! Dr Rob knocks it out of the park this week with an episode of SCOPE all about the science of sports! We learn how to track our athletes every move, we hang ten with some young surfers and their latest tech and we find out what it takes to fuel a professional athlete! Science of Surfing: Join Dr Anthony Ellis from BIOLABS as he ditches the lab and test tubes for the beach and a surfboard. Hang ten, as we check out some of the latest technology that's helping bring this sport into the 21st century. How to Feed a Lion: When you're feeding a lion you have to make sure it gets just the right amount and type of food to keep it happy and healthy. Except, the lions Louise Cato feeds aren't feline predators ... they're AFL players! DIY - Hula Hoop: Hula Hooping can be a lot of fun, and the science behind it is just as entertaining. Join junior scientist Hayley as she demonstrates how you can make your very own hula hoop at home! Tracking Tech: Most modern day tracking equipment relies on GPS technology. But what do you do when you're out of range? Well, you turn to Jonathan Shepherd from Griffith University and his SABEL sense tracking device. Chronic Wounds: Some wounds can take months or even years to fully recover. But thanks to Michael Samuel from the University of South Australia we might soon have the tools to speed up this process. So hop, skip and jump into a brand new episode of SCOPE: where the ordinary becomes extraordinary!

BtN marks the occasion of World Humanitarian Day by finding out what amazing work is being done across the globe; we take a look into the potential privacy issues that could arise from the Government's new plan to collect metadata; a report into the mental health of Aussie kids has left experts concerned. These stories and more plus teacher resources available.

Join Lee for a brand new episode of Scope as she checks out some amazing science. We find out about the gidgee skink and why they live in family groups, we meet a scientist who found inspiration for a new fingerprinting technique after his house was broken in to, and we check out the sounds of the ocean. High Pressure Juice Nothing beats chomping into some fresh produce! But getting food that's truly fresh can be tricky. Luckily Sandra Olivier and Kai Knoerzer from the CSIRO have developed a new way to keep your food fresh for longer! Lizard Behaviour Most lizards live solitary lives. But as Associate Professor Mike Gardener explains gidgee skinks prefer the company of others. Glowing Fingerprints Dusting for fingerprints is an essential part to any crime scene investigation. But those fingerprints can sometimes be hard to find. Not to fear; Dr Kang Liang and Dr JJ Richardson have developed a new technique that makes fingerprints glow! DIY - Paper Mache Join junior scientist Michelle as she explores the science behind papier mache while creating her very own pinata. Changing Oceans Oceans aren't as silent as you might think, they're filled with a whole host of marine murmurings! But that might soon change. Associate Professor Ivan Nagelkerken and Professor Sean Connell from the University of Adelaide are studying what affect pollution has on these nautical noises. Whale Forensics Whales and dolphins are some of the most interesting creatures on the planet. But when they die, they often wash up along our coast. And when that happens, Catherine Kemper from the South Australian Museum gets the call! All that and more in another science-rific episode of SCOPE where the ordinary becomes extraordinary!

Harrison learns how good, healthy food helps us grow big and strong and smart, why foods taste different between boys and girls.

Healthy Science: Open wide and say 'ahh' as Dr Rob feeds you you're weekly dosage of science with a prescribed episode of SCOPE! Dr Rob heads out of the bunker to visit Australia's first fully digital hospital, we check out a device that's turning tedious breathing exercises into an exciting tablet game and we explore the science behind healthy bones! Bionic Spine: Usually when you break a bone, your body can repair it in a couple of months. But when it comes to the spine, breaking a bone can rob someone of their ability to walk! That's why Dr Nick Opie and Gil Rind from the University of Melbourne are working on a device which could one day help paraplegics get back on their feet. Digital Hospital: What is a digital hospital? Dr Rob caught up with Dr Clair Sullivan from the Princess Alexandra Hospital to find out! Join him, as he finds out how this 21st century hospital made the transition from the tangible to the digital! DIY Science - Fake Snot: Snot is gross, but it plays an important role in the body's immune system! Join junior scientist Phoebe, as she whips up a batch of fake snot that has the same consistency and viscosity as the real thing! Cyber Gaming for Cystic Fibrosis: As you can imagine, an hour of repetitive breathing exercises every single day can become a tedious ordeal! But unfortunately, that's the fate that awaits the countless children living with cystic fibrosis. Elliot Smith from the University of Queensland has developed a device that turns these dreary breathing exercises into a fun video game! Bone Health: Your skeletal system is one of the most important parts of your body. And Paul Anderson and Jackson Ryan from the University of South Australia, are researching new ways to keep your bones in tip-top shape! All that and more on a very health-conscience episode of SCOPE: where the ordinary becomes extraordinary!

Harrison finds out if girls grow faster than boys and if you can make yourself grow taller.

The doctors make an unusual type of cheese with Dr Xand's body bacteria, find out what to do if someone breaks their leg in First Aid, and Dr Chris meets a man with a bionic eye.

With the help of venomous spiders, hair-raising facts and amazing machines, Lee makes some eye-opening discoveries about us humans on this episode, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary.

Today, moorditj walang, good health is about looking after our bodies every day. It's solid koolangka!

This week Scope is flexing its considerable muscle - it is the light and heavy of all things strong! Join us as we get to work with some heavy rescue tools, take a closer look at some bones and get some heavy lifting done with cranes!

Ben arrives in Wynyard and calls into Bruce's cafe for a quick coffee before heading to Wynyard Coastal Pods to prepare one of Australia's most loved breakfasts. Dr Veronique Chachay, from the University of Queensland, explains the importance of healthy fats in our diet, giving us all even more of an excuse to enjoy smashed avocado. Ben learns the hard way why he shouldn't mess with the defence mechanisms built into a chilli when it accidentally squirts some into his eye. UQ scientist, Joel Gilmore, explains why this caused him to cry. Ben then arrives on campus at UQ, where he cooks an Asian poached chicken breast. Ben travels out to the Cradle Country Farm to visit their truffle farmer, Shane, where they talked about all things truffle. Back in the kitchen, he pairs the truffle he received earlier in the day with a lavish cauliflower soup.

In this special we're looking at some of the health issues affecting kids today. Why are more young people suffering from food allergies and why are there more kids affected by shortsightedness than ever before?

TEEN OBESITY New research shows a quarter of Australian teens are overweight, and 85% aren't doing enough exercise. Health experts are warning it's likely to lead to a decline in life expectancy, and an increase in illnesses like heart disease. DISASTER INSURANCE In the last month many people have been affected by devastating floods, cyclone or bushfires. Sometimes homes have been ruined and possessions damaged. So who pays for all that to be replaced? We look at how insurance works. SATELLITES If you watched news coverage of Cyclone Yasi, you would have noticed the constant use of weather images to predict the path of the storm. So, how do we actually see that stuff, and what are the different types of satellite? MOBILE PHONES It's already against the law to use a mobile phone while driving, but now politicians are talking about banning the hands-free option too. People who use their cars for work say a ban would be bad for business, because they take lots of calls from customers while driving. Would a ban be a good idea, if it makes our roads safer? We explore all sides of the argument. REEL SPORT It's one of the most popular participation sports in Australia, yet it rarely features on the back pages of the newspaper, and most people would struggle to name the current world champion. So why is it that the sport of FISHING so often flies under the radar?

Why does our body need oxygen, food and water to stay alive? Our body has some if its own ways to look after itself but we need to look after our body as we grow and get old. This includes giving it healthy food, exercise to make our heart and muscles strong, wearing appropriate clothing for the seasons to keep us warm, cool or dry and protecting our skin from the sun. What do we do every day to look after our body?