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Episodes

  • Ultimate Crash Test: Impact: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Ultimate Crash Test: Impact

    S52 Ep11 |
    Forensic science is put to the test after the first-ever staged multi-vehicle pileup.
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    Cuba's Cancer Hope

    S47 Ep5 |
    Can Cuba's innovative lung cancer vaccines give new hope to patients across the world?
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    Mysteries of Sleep

    S47 Ep4 |
    Why do we sleep? And what does sleep have to do with memory, trauma, and our emotions?
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    Cat Tales

    S47 Ep3 |
    Goddess, demon, house pet? What does science say about the human relationship with cats?
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    Dog Tales

    S47 Ep2 |
    Follow the epic journey of dog domestication and see what science says about dogs’ love.
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    Polar Extremes

    S47 Ep1 |
    Paleontologist Kirk Johnson explores the dynamic history—and future—of ice at the poles.
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    Animal Espionage

    S46 Ep23 |
    Camera technology is revolutionizing the study of animals—without them even noticing.
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    The Violence Paradox

    S46 Ep22 |
    Is violence actually declining? If so, why? And can we build a more peaceful future?
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    Decoding da Vinci

    S46 Ep21 |
    Discover the science behind Leonardo da Vinci's masterpieces—and Mona Lisa's iconic smile.

Specials

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    Hunt for the Oldest DNA: Extended Version

    Follow the quest to recover DNA millions of years old for the very first time.

About NOVA

NOVA brings you stories from the frontlines of science and engineering, answering the big questions of today and tomorrow, from how our ancestors lived, to whether parallel universes exist, to how technology will transform our lives. Visit the official website to watch full-length documentaries, or explore our world through short-form video, on our digital publication NOVA Next.

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Extras