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1979

25 episodes · 1979

  1. 1

    The Forever Fuel

    Feb 26, 197960 min

    Horizon presents an investigation into the potential and problems of using hydrogen as an alternative to existing fuels.

  2. 2

    In Search of Pegasus

    Mar 5, 197960 min

    In this program, Horizon looks at the effort and money spent on the horse to produce the perfect specimen.

  3. 3

    The Keys of Paradise

    Mar 12, 197960 min

    Horizon follows the discovery of a chemical in the brain which has morphine-like properties.

  4. 4

    Sweet Solutions

    Mar 19, 197960 min

    Horizon presents the history and research into the uses of sugar.

  5. 5

    Bronze Age Blast-Off

    Mar 26, 197960 min

    In this documentary by Horizon, you are shown a revolution in archaeological dating has shown that metal technology was invented in Europe.

  6. 6

    The Real Bionic Man

    Apr 2, 197960 min

    Horizon explores the current state of research into the development of artificial replacements for various parts of the body.

  7. 7

    A Mediterranean Prospect

    Apr 9, 197960 min

    Horizon reports about the attempts to bring about cooperation between the Mediterranean countries to combat pollution of their seas.

  8. 8

    Elements of Risk

    Apr 23, 197960 min

    In this episode, Horizon looks at Britain's methods and plans for nuclear waste management and disposal of the fuel elements.

  9. 9

    Mr. Ludwig's Tropical Dreamland

    Apr 30, 197960 min

    Horizon presents a documentary that shows how part of the Amazon river area around the Rio Jari was developed with rice and forestry.

  10. 10

    Where Nothing Happens Twice

    May 7, 197960 min

    This is a Horizon documentary about Liam Hudson, noted psychologist at Brunel University as he challenges modern psychologists.

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    Journey Through the Human Body

    May 14, 197960 min

    Horizon examines the work of Dr. Lennart Nilsson who has filmed the complete arterial system of the human body.

  12. 12

    The Fight to Be Male

    May 21, 197960 min

    This episode of Horizon looks at the recent scientific research into how humans become male or female.

  13. 13

    The Robots Are Coming

    May 28, 197960 min

    This Horizon documentary is about the increasing use of robots in industry, and the robot's abilities and weaknesses.

  14. 14

    Mexican Oil Dance

    Sep 24, 197960 min

    Horizon explores the effect of the Mexican oil boom on the country itself and world energy situation.

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    Tracks on the Oregon Trail

    Oct 1, 197960 min

    Horizon investigates the environmental protection program going on in the state of Oregon in the USA. Oregon is the first state to clean up it's environment.

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    The Race to Reshape Cars

    Oct 8, 197960 min

    In this episode, Horizon reports on the need to consider more aerodynamic designs for cars to improve fuel economy.

  17. 17

    Dragnet for Diabetes

    Oct 15, 197960 min

    Horizon presents a report on the research into diabetes to determine its causes, controlling measures, and the prevention of complications.

  18. 18

    The Lost Waters of the Nile

    Oct 22, 197960 min

    Horizon takes a trip down the Jonglei Canal which is under construction in Sudan and reports on the changes the new canal will bring to the country, and the rest of the world.

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    Survival of the Fastest

    Oct 29, 197960 min

    This Horizon documentary describes the complete history and design of motorcycles which have significantly evolved over the past 80 years.

  20. 20

    A Touch of Sensitivity

    Nov 5, 197960 min★ 7.8

    This report by Horizon is about current research into the physical and psychological effects of touch, and the effects of touch deprivation.

  21. 21

    A Treasury of Trees

    Nov 12, 197960 min

    Horizon investigates how the British landscape is changing its appearance with native trees being replaced by imported species.

  22. 22

    Darkness Visible

    Nov 19, 197960 min

    Horizon examines the development of the relatively new science of x-ray astronomy.

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    Uranium Goes Critical

    Dec 3, 197960 min

    This Horizon episode is all about Uranium; its history, the use of uranium for nuclear energy, the dangers of uranium, and the scarcity of the mineral.

  24. 24

    The Fat in the Fire

    Dec 10, 197960 min

    Horizon explores current research into the causes and cure for obesity.

  25. 25

    Decade

    Dec 17, 197960 min

    In this episode by Horizon, G. R. Taylor presents his personal view of science based on previous Horizon episode clips from the 1970's.