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1979

Horizon

1979 Episodes

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EP 1
60m

The Forever Fuel

2/26/1979

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

EP 2
60m

In Search of Pegasus

3/5/1979

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

EP 3
60m

The Keys of Paradise

3/12/1979

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

EP 4
60m

Sweet Solutions

3/19/1979

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

EP 5
60m

Bronze Age Blast-Off

3/26/1979

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

EP 6
60m

The Real Bionic Man

4/2/1979

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

EP 7
60m

A Mediterranean Prospect

4/9/1979

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

EP 8
60m

Elements of Risk

4/23/1979

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

EP 9
60m

Mr. Ludwig's Tropical Dreamland

4/30/1979

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

EP 10
60m

Where Nothing Happens Twice

5/7/1979

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

EP 11
60m

Journey Through the Human Body

5/14/1979

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

EP 12
60m

The Fight to Be Male

5/21/1979

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

EP 13
60m

The Robots Are Coming

5/28/1979

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

EP 14
60m

Mexican Oil Dance

9/24/1979

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

EP 15
60m

Tracks on the Oregon Trail

10/1/1979

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.

EP 16
60m

The Race to Reshape Cars

10/8/1979

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

EP 17
60m

Dragnet for Diabetes

10/15/1979

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

EP 18
60m

The Lost Waters of the Nile

10/22/1979

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.

EP 19
60m

Survival of the Fastest

10/29/1979

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

EP 20
60m

A Touch of Sensitivity

11/5/1979

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

Guest Stars

Vernon Joyner
EP 21
60m

A Treasury of Trees

11/12/1979

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

EP 22
60m

Darkness Visible

11/19/1979

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

EP 23
60m

Uranium Goes Critical

12/3/1979

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.

EP 24
60m

The Fat in the Fire

12/10/1979

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

EP 25
60m

Decade

12/17/1979

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