The Cell
Dr Adam Rutherford tells the extraordinary story of the scientific quest to discover the secrets of the cell and of life itself. Every living thing is made of cells, microscopic building blocks of almost unimaginable power and complexity.
Overview
Dr Adam Rutherford tells the extraordinary story of the scientific quest to discover the secrets of the cell and of life itself. Every living thing is made of cells, microscopic building blocks of almost unimaginable power and complexity.
Jacqueline Smith
Producer
Episodes
1. The Hidden Kingdom
Adam Rutherford tells the story of the biological cell. He explores how centuries of scientific and religious dogma were overturned by the discovery of the cell.
2. The Chemistry of Life
Adam Rutherford explores how scientists delved deeper into the world of the cell, seeking to reveal the magic ingredient that can bring chemicals into life.
3. The Spark of Life
Adam Rutherford reveals how scientists are close to repeating what has happened only once in four billion years - the creation of a new life form.
Cast & Crew
Dr Adam Rutherford
Self - Presenter
