NOVA: Season 7

Season 7 overview

The season begins by examining fundamental health challenges and scientific profiles. Episodes cover Hepatitis transmission, the legacy of Edward Teller, natural engineering, and cardiovascular disease risks.

Key story beats

  1. Hepatitis Investigation — The season opens by linking disparate locations through the study of Hepatitis.
  2. Teller and H-Bomb Profile — A profile of Dr. Edward Teller explores the duality of scientific genius and danger.
  3. Biomimicry Exploration — The Host examines natural engineering and evolutionary design principles.
  4. Cardiovascular Risk Analysis — An examination of risk factors for cardiovascular disease affecting millions.
  5. Eskimo Whaling Debate — A confrontation between traditional Eskimo hunting practices and modern conservation efforts.
  6. Aviation Safety Inquiry — An investigation into the actual safety levels of modern commercial flights.
  7. Mediterranean Pollution Study — The Host documents the environmental degradation of the Mediterranean due to tourism.
  8. Amazon Deforestation Case — An exploration of billionaire Daniel K. Ludwig's massive jungle development project.
  9. Sex and Culture Documentation — A documentary on how culture influences the development of male and female personalities.
  10. Cancer Research in China — An examination of Chinese scientists' pursuit of understanding highly fatal cancer forms.
  11. Coastal Ecosystem Observation — A year-long documentation of a fragile tidal ecosystem supporting ocean life.
  12. Shale Oil Energy Debate — A confrontation between energy independence promises and environmental industrialization risks.
  13. Interferon Medical Trial — A comprehensive search across multiple cities to evaluate interferon as a potential cancer cure.
  14. Voyager Space Mission — Documentation of Voyager 1's historic close-up investigation of Saturn.
  15. Edison Historical Profile — A profile revealing the complex, contradictory nature of Thomas Edison beyond his myth.

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