WIRED Science — Season 1, Episode 1: Technology: World War 2.0
Documentary, News • 55 min • 1 season, 11 episodes
Episode synopsis
World War 2.0 In spring 2007, Estonia's banks and newspapers were shut down by an organized wide-scale cyber-attack using 'botnets. WIRED writer Josh Davis heads to the site of the attack to find out what happened, who did it, and what the heck a "botnet" is. Photosynth Software designer Blaise Aguera y Arcas demonstrates the Photosynth software. Face Reader Ziya Tong meets children with Asperger’s Syndrome testing a new MIT media lab device that reads facial expressions. Cool Whip Chris Hardwick takes a look at the chemical guts of this iconic American dessert - Cool Whip. Dangerous Science WIRED Senior Editor Adam Rogers goes in search of an old-fashioned chemistry experience, and gets radiated in the processes. Chat: Paul Kedrosky Venture capitalist Paul Kedrosky connects investors with innovative scientific ideas. RoboDoc UCLA surgeon joins forces with his behemoth robotic colleague to operate on a cardiac patient.
About WIRED Science
Wired Science was a weekly high-definition television program that covered modern scientific and technological topics. In January 2007 PBS aired pilot episodes for three different science programs, including Wired Science. Using Nielsen ratings, CPB-sponsored research and public feedback, PBS selected Wired Science for a 10-episode run in the fall schedule. The program is a production of KCET Los Angeles. In July 2008, the show was officially cancelled.