March 5, 1979
In this program, Horizon looks at the effort and money spent on the horse to produce the perfect specimen.
Episode 3
The Keys of Paradise
March 12, 1979
Horizon follows the discovery of a chemical in the brain which has morphine-like properties.
Episode 4
Sweet Solutions
March 19, 1979
Horizon presents the history and research into the uses of sugar.
Episode 5
Bronze Age Blast-Off
March 26, 1979
In this documentary by Horizon, you are shown a revolution in archaeological dating has shown that metal technology was invented in Europe.
Episode 6
The Real Bionic Man
April 2, 1979
Horizon explores the current state of research into the development of artificial replacements for various parts of the body.
Episode 7
A Mediterranean Prospect
April 9, 1979
Horizon reports about the attempts to bring about cooperation between the Mediterranean countries to combat pollution of their seas.
Episode 8
Elements of Risk
April 23, 1979
In this episode, Horizon looks at Britain's methods and plans for nuclear waste management and disposal of the fuel elements.
Episode 9
Mr. Ludwig's Tropical Dreamland
April 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.
Episode 10
Where Nothing Happens Twice
May 7, 1979
This is a Horizon documentary about Liam Hudson, noted psychologist at Brunel University as he challenges modern psychologists.
Episode 11
Journey Through the Human Body
May 14, 1979
Horizon examines the work of Dr. Lennart Nilsson who has filmed the complete arterial system of the human body.
Episode 12
The Fight to Be Male
May 21, 1979
This episode of Horizon looks at the recent scientific research into how humans become male or female.
Episode 13
The Robots Are Coming
May 28, 1979
This Horizon documentary is about the increasing use of robots in industry, and the robot's abilities and weaknesses.
Episode 14
Mexican Oil Dance
September 24, 1979
Horizon explores the effect of the Mexican oil boom on the country itself and world energy situation.
Episode 15
Tracks on the Oregon Trail
October 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.
Episode 16
The Race to Reshape Cars
October 8, 1979
In this episode, Horizon reports on the need to consider more aerodynamic designs for cars to improve fuel economy.
Episode 17
Dragnet for Diabetes
October 15, 1979
Horizon presents a report on the research into diabetes to determine its causes, controlling measures, and the prevention of complications.
Episode 18
The Lost Waters of the Nile
October 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.
Episode 19
Survival of the Fastest
October 29, 1979
This Horizon documentary describes the complete history and design of motorcycles which have significantly evolved over the past 80 years.
Episode 20
A Touch of Sensitivity
November 5, 1979
This report by Horizon is about current research into the physical and psychological effects of touch, and the effects of touch deprivation.
Episode 21
A Treasury of Trees
November 12, 1979
Horizon investigates how the British landscape is changing its appearance with native trees being replaced by imported species.
Episode 22
Darkness Visible
November 19, 1979
Horizon examines the development of the relatively new science of x-ray astronomy.
Episode 23
Uranium Goes Critical
December 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.
Episode 24
The Fat in the Fire
December 10, 1979
Horizon explores current research into the causes and cure for obesity.
Episode 25
Decade
December 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.