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Horizon: 1979

25 episodes · first aired Feb 26, 1979

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  1. 1 The Forever Fuel Feb 26, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h Horizon follows the discovery of a chemical in the brain which has morphine-like properties.
  4. 4 Sweet Solutions Mar 19, 1979 · 1h Horizon presents the history and research into the uses of sugar.
  5. 5 Bronze Age Blast-Off Mar 26, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h This is a Horizon documentary about Liam Hudson, noted psychologist at Brunel University as he challenges modern psychologists.
  11. 11 Journey Through the Human Body May 14, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h Horizon explores the effect of the Mexican oil boom on the country itself and world energy situation.
  15. 15 Tracks on the Oregon Trail Oct 1, 1979 · 1h 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.
  16. 16 The Race to Reshape Cars Oct 8, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h 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.
  19. 19 Survival of the Fastest Oct 29, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h Horizon investigates how the British landscape is changing its appearance with native trees being replaced by imported species.
  22. 22 Darkness Visible Nov 19, 1979 · 1h Horizon examines the development of the relatively new science of x-ray astronomy.
  23. 23 Uranium Goes Critical Dec 3, 1979 · 1h 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, 1979 · 1h Horizon explores current research into the causes and cure for obesity.
  25. 25 Decade Dec 17, 1979 · 1h In this episode by Horizon, G. R. Taylor presents his personal view of science based on previous Horizon episode clips from the 1970's.