Nova

Season 21 (20 Episodes)

1994 TV-PG 1h 00m 8.7

Science documentaries about various topics.

A weekly documentary series, each episode providing an in-depth look at a different subject of scientific research. Subjects examined by this show have included the cutting edge of theoretical physics, a return to the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, the long-term effects of Amazon deforestation, and the development of life-saving medical techniques.

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Season 21 Episodes:

Episode 1 Codebreakers

1. Codebreakers

Aired: Jan 18, 1994

NOVA delves into the history of secret communications and the people who wrac...

Episode 2 Dinosaurs of the Gobi

2. Dinosaurs of the Gobi

Aired: Jan 25, 1994

Velociraptors and primitive birds are among the fabulous fossil finds as NOVA...

Episode 3 Daredevils of the Sky

3. Daredevils of the Sky

Aired: Feb 1, 1994

NOVA follows members of the US Aerobatic Team as they prepare for and compete...

Episode 5 Can Chimps Talk?

5. Can Chimps Talk?

Aired: Feb 15, 1994

NOVA covers exciting and controversial research with chimpanzees who have bee...

Episode 10 Aircraft Carrier!

10. Aircraft Carrier!

Aired: Apr 19, 1994

NOVA experiences the relentless, round-the-clock life aboard the US Navy airc...

Episode 16 Killer Quake!

16. Killer Quake!

Aired: Nov 15, 1994

NOVA probes the 1994 Los Angeles earthquake. Even as the city struggles to re...

Episode 17 Buried in Ash

17. Buried in Ash

Aired: Nov 29, 1994

Ten million years ago, an enormous volcanic eruption buried much of what is n...

Info about Nova

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: PBS

Genres: Documentary