Frank Stabile struggles with compulsive behavior as a young scientist, and Deena Walker's dreams of a science career are hindered by her relationship.

Two native Louisianians, one a scientist and the other a fourth-generation fisherman, struggle with the impacts of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on their lives.

A 13-year-old seeks answers about the scientific terms he hears at school, and a scientist struggles to please his dad

Yael Fitzpatrick and her friends try to save a sea turtle, and Dawn Wright finds she's the only black woman on a two-month voyage aboard a scientific drill vessel.

Expert in maternal and infant health Amy Brown confronts the reality behind her research, and a first-grade Cassie Soliday strives to be one of the "smart kids."