2011-2012

Series exploring topical scientific issues

The Hunt for AI

15/15 Horizon investigates how close humankind is to creating artificial intelligence.

First broadcast: 03 Apr 2012
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The Transit of Venus

14/15 A Horizon special about the rare astronomical event occurring on June 5th 2012.

First broadcast: 05 Jun 2012
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Defeating Cancer

13/15 Horizon follows three people as they undergo remarkable new cancer treatments.

First broadcast: 10 Apr 2012
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Global Weirding

12/15 Horizon follows the scientists who are investigating a rise in freak weather patterns.

First broadcast: 27 Mar 2012
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The Truth about Fat

11/15 Surgeon Gabriel Weston learns the truth about why so many people are piling on the pounds.

First broadcast: 20 Mar 2012
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Global Weirding

12/15 Horizon follows the scientists who are investigating a rise in freak weather patterns.

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