Science is vitally important in all our lives, yet in many countries interest in science and technology has waned, with fewer children studying the sciences, for example.
Television and online dossiers have the power to bring science into people’s homes and to present complex issues in highly creative ways.
From the creation of the solar system to the exploration of the seas, the development of new fuel sources to the survival of bees, there are many subjects that can be tackled by mainstream media.
AIB is looking for the most compelling and imaginative science programme or series that explains complex scientific concepts with an unsurpassed level of clarity that leaves the viewer wanting to explore the subject in greater detail.
Our judges will be looking for great footage, whether filmed on location in difficult-to-reach parts of the world or in an urban enviroment close to home. The narration and story-telling will need to be clear and unambiguous. The use of graphics to help explain complex concepts in an easy-to-grasp manner will be important.
The programme or series will appeal to a wide audience, not only to science experts or teachers. Your programme or series may also have generated “water cooler” discussions at viewers’ workplaces straight after transmission or considerable discussion on social networks.
See the checklist on this website for full information on what you need to submit for this category.
All documentaries entered must have been transmitted or distributed online between 1 June 2011 and 30 June 2012.