Horizon

1The Forever Fuel

60 minFeb 26, 1979

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

2In Search of Pegasus

60 minMar 5, 1979

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

3The Keys of Paradise

60 minMar 12, 1979

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

4Sweet Solutions

60 minMar 19, 1979

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

5Bronze Age Blast-Off

60 minMar 26, 1979

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

6The Real Bionic Man

60 minApr 2, 1979

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

7A Mediterranean Prospect

60 minApr 9, 1979

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

8Elements of Risk

60 minApr 23, 1979

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

9Mr. Ludwig's Tropical Dreamland

60 minApr 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.

10Where Nothing Happens Twice

60 minMay 7, 1979

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

11Journey Through the Human Body

60 minMay 14, 1979

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

12The Fight to Be Male

60 minMay 21, 1979

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

13The Robots Are Coming

60 minMay 28, 1979

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

14Mexican Oil Dance

60 minSep 24, 1979

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

15Tracks on the Oregon Trail

60 minOct 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.

16The Race to Reshape Cars

60 minOct 8, 1979

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

17Dragnet for Diabetes

60 minOct 15, 1979

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

18The Lost Waters of the Nile

60 minOct 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.

19Survival of the Fastest

60 minOct 29, 1979

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

20A Touch of Sensitivity

60 minNov 5, 1979

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

21A Treasury of Trees

60 minNov 12, 1979

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

22Darkness Visible

60 minNov 19, 1979

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

23Uranium Goes Critical

60 minDec 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.

24The Fat in the Fire

60 minDec 10, 1979

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

25Decade

60 minDec 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.