The coelacanth was discovered 66 million years after its supposed extinction. Adam Hart seeks out the story of how this fossil fish was accidentally found alive. Show more
In 1883, the eruption of Krakatoa sent smoke high into the atmosphere which was seen around the world. Adam Hart uncovers how this event accidentally revealed the jet streams. Show more
A story of the discovery of genetic scissors that accidentally enabled fast gene editing. Presenter Adam Hart speaks with professor Jennifer Doudna and doctor Rodolphe Barrangou. Show more
An odd noise picked up by radio satellite engineers accidentally provided evidence for the Big Bang. Adam Hart explores stories of serendipity in radio astronomy. Show more
Adam Hart reveals the story of a pill that accidentally revolutionised sex 20 years ago. Viagra's main use today was once a side effect that could have been easily overlooked. Show more
