From 4 September until 9 October 2011, RTL 4 showcased a six-piece series 'Lang zullen we leven' on television. (Let us live long). In this popular scientific series, television host Geert Hoes dives into the wonderful world of DNA. He discovered in a fun and easy accessible way what's possible in the Netherlands, thanks to innovative DNA research carried out with financial support from the government.
The programme was produced by I Care Productions in collaboration with the NGI and five of the Genomics Centres.
DNA is everywhere. In all plants and animals, in our food and of course in our own bodies. It is the building block of life. DNA contains the unique codes that determine our looks and abilities. By means of international high-end DNA research solutions can be found to improve the quality of our lives even further. Geert searched for those solutions and discovers that DNA research is not scary, but has lots to offer.
Each episode handled a specific theme and its accompanying research questions. In this way the viewer not only learns how DNA research can improve cultivation of tomatoes and potatoes to increase the quality of crops; but also how by using the most innovative DNA and protein analysis techniques illnesses such as cancer, gluten intolerance and osteoporosis can be treated better or can even be prevented in the future.
View all the episodes online