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1979

episodes

E1
1.The Forever Fuel
Feb 26, 197960m

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

E2
2.In Search of Pegasus
Mar 5, 197960m

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

E3
3.The Keys of Paradise
Mar 12, 197960m

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

E4
4.Sweet Solutions
Mar 19, 197960m

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

E5
5.Bronze Age Blast-Off
Mar 26, 197960m

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

E6
6.The Real Bionic Man
Apr 2, 197960m

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

E7
7.A Mediterranean Prospect
Apr 9, 197960m

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

E8
8.Elements of Risk
Apr 23, 197960m

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

E9
9.Mr. Ludwig's Tropical Dreamland
Apr 30, 197960m

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

E10
10.Where Nothing Happens Twice
May 7, 197960m

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

E11
11.Journey Through the Human Body
May 14, 197960m

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

E12
12.The Fight to Be Male
May 21, 197960m

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

E13
13.The Robots Are Coming
May 28, 197960m

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

E14
14.Mexican Oil Dance
Sep 24, 197960m

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

E15
15.Tracks on the Oregon Trail
Oct 1, 197960m

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.

E16
16.The Race to Reshape Cars
Oct 8, 197960m

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

E17
17.Dragnet for Diabetes
Oct 15, 197960m

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

E18
18.The Lost Waters of the Nile
Oct 22, 197960m

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.

E19
19.Survival of the Fastest
Oct 29, 197960m

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

E20
20.A Touch of Sensitivity
Nov 5, 197960m

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

E21
21.A Treasury of Trees
Nov 12, 197960m

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

E22
22.Darkness Visible
Nov 19, 197960m

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

E23
23.Uranium Goes Critical
Dec 3, 197960m

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.

E24
24.The Fat in the Fire
Dec 10, 197960m

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

E25
25.Decade
Dec 17, 197960m

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