Science Around Cincy

Energy engineer Sid Thatthem and stationary engineer Mojo Allen show how the Central Utility Plant provides the University of Cincinnati and UC Health with electricity. Matt Bayliss shows how the universe continues to expand. Engineers at Bailout Systems use simple physics principles to save the lives of rescue workers.

Stephanie Webster from the Rhined chees shop in Findlay Market shows how bacteria turn milk into cheese. Morehouse Labs researches how jumping spiders find a mate. The Bug Chicks teach how to use bug nets and the best places to find insects.

Maria Gonzales learns how runoff and the humble gizzard sha affect nutrient cycling in Lake Acton. LaTonya Jackson tests how chemicals in our water table impact local ecosystems. Hays Cummins and Donna McCullum show how they've restored 40 acres of farmland into native wetlands and prairie.

Noe Alvarez and his lab research carbon nanotubes and how they can be used to make prosthetics. James Mack explains mechanochemistry and how it could lower industry's impact on the environment. 80 Acres Farms uses renewable energy and robots to farm indoors.