British documentary series that covers a variety of subjects in science and philosophy.
Where to Watch 1979
25 Episodes
The Forever Fuel
E1
The Forever FuelHorizon presents an investigation into the potential and problems of using hydrogen as an alternative to existing fuels.
In Search of Pegasus
E2
In Search of PegasusIn this program, Horizon looks at the effort and money spent on the horse to produce the perfect specimen.
The Keys of Paradise
E3
The Keys of ParadiseHorizon follows the discovery of a chemical in the brain which has morphine-like properties.
Sweet Solutions
E4
Sweet SolutionsHorizon presents the history and research into the uses of sugar.
Bronze Age Blast-Off
E5
Bronze Age Blast-OffIn this documentary by Horizon, you are shown a revolution in archaeological dating has shown that metal technology was invented in Europe.
The Real Bionic Man
E6
The Real Bionic ManHorizon explores the current state of research into the development of artificial replacements for various parts of the body.
A Mediterranean Prospect
E7
A Mediterranean ProspectHorizon reports about the attempts to bring about cooperation between the Mediterranean countries to combat pollution of their seas.
Elements of Risk
E8
Elements of RiskIn this episode, Horizon looks at Britain's methods and plans for nuclear waste management and disposal of the fuel elements.
Mr. Ludwig's Tropical Dreamland
E9
Mr. Ludwig's Tropical DreamlandHorizon presents a documentary that shows how part of the Amazon river area around the Rio Jari was developed with rice and forestry.
Where Nothing Happens Twice
E10
Where Nothing Happens TwiceThis is a Horizon documentary about Liam Hudson, noted psychologist at Brunel University as he challenges modern psychologists.
Journey Through the Human Body
E11
Journey Through the Human BodyHorizon examines the work of Dr. Lennart Nilsson who has filmed the complete arterial system of the human body.
The Fight to Be Male
E12
The Fight to Be MaleThis episode of Horizon looks at the recent scientific research into how humans become male or female.
The Robots Are Coming
E13
The Robots Are ComingThis Horizon documentary is about the increasing use of robots in industry, and the robot's abilities and weaknesses.
Mexican Oil Dance
E14
Mexican Oil DanceHorizon explores the effect of the Mexican oil boom on the country itself and world energy situation.
Tracks on the Oregon Trail
E15
Tracks on the Oregon TrailHorizon 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.
The Race to Reshape Cars
E16
The Race to Reshape CarsIn this episode, Horizon reports on the need to consider more aerodynamic designs for cars to improve fuel economy.
Dragnet for Diabetes
E17
Dragnet for DiabetesHorizon presents a report on the research into diabetes to determine its causes, controlling measures, and the prevention of complications.
The Lost Waters of the Nile
E18
The Lost Waters of the NileHorizon 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.
Survival of the Fastest
E19
Survival of the FastestThis Horizon documentary describes the complete history and design of motorcycles which have significantly evolved over the past 80 years.
A Touch of Sensitivity
E20
A Touch of SensitivityThis report by Horizon is about current research into the physical and psychological effects of touch, and the effects of touch deprivation.
A Treasury of Trees
E21
A Treasury of TreesHorizon investigates how the British landscape is changing its appearance with native trees being replaced by imported species.
Darkness Visible
E22
Darkness VisibleHorizon examines the development of the relatively new science of x-ray astronomy.
Uranium Goes Critical
E23
Uranium Goes CriticalThis 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.
The Fat in the Fire
E24
The Fat in the FireHorizon explores current research into the causes and cure for obesity.
Decade
E25
DecadeIn this episode by Horizon, G. R. Taylor presents his personal view of science based on previous Horizon episode clips from the 1970's.
Cast of 1979
Liz TuckerProducer
Matthew BarrettProducer
Bettina LernerProducer
Dominic FlessatiProducer
Peter GoodchildProducer
Mick RhodesProducer
Bruce NormanProducer
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