Plugged-In
Above the Shop Studios produced five segments of the news magazine televisions how Plugged-In.
Plugged-In show description:
WGTE and University of Toledo Students check out vehicles that use hydraulic power to increase their energy efficiency without fossil fuels; look into the possibility of putting wind turbines in the Great Lakes; see how household items are being made out of sustainable materials; and explore the promise of geothermal power.
For more information on Plugged-In, visit: wgte.org
Episodes
Episode 111
The Great Lakes may provide a more reliably windy surface than the less-than-flat landmasses far from the lakeshores. Erica Baker reports on the work of scientists with designs on tapping into the wind power offshore.
Producer: Above the Shop Studios
2009
Episode 108
The University of Toledo Enviromental Group is well respected and very busy. There are many fronts of research in which they are engaged, including invasive species and the fall-out of this invasion on all other systems. Shaun McDonald investigates.
Producer: Above the Shop Studios
2009
Episode 106
The next level of recycling. Not just cans and newspaper. How about technological devices like computers? Copiers? Old Televisions? Cell phones? Reusing these complex materials takes a lot of effort. Can cost effectiveness meet environmental concerns for a cleaner planet? Clyde Hogan speaks with Jeremy Sterling, UT Recycling Coordinator, and other community recycling businesses.
Producer: Above the Shop Studios
2009
Episode 105
TV violence, film indecency and rock n' roll radio have all been targeted as culprits in the encouragment of anti-social behavior in America’s children. How much exposure does it take to influence behavior? Are there genetic or personality indicators that give some individuals a propensity to influence? How do video games fit into the mix? Amanda Patton looks for facts in the midst of the debate.
Producer: Above the Shop Studios
2009
Episode 103
Currently the method for measuring blood sugar (glucose) levels in people with diabetes, is to draw blood by pricking a finger. With 15 million diabetics in the US testing glucose levels each day, there must be a better way – and there is. The Glucose Eye Scanner, developed at UT is a non-invasive and easy-to-use scanner that looks at the liquid between the lens and cornea to give an instant read-out. Roquel Cunningham talks to the developer of the scanner, and experts from UT's College of Business Administration to explain the path from lab to store shelf.
Producer: Above the Shop Studios
2008