NOVA
tv show
1003 total episodes
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52 seasons
First Aired March 03, 1974
Genres:
Overview
PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.
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Race for the Gold
Season 6 - Episode 14 - 1h 55m
Air Date
October 30, 1979
Overview
At the 1976 Olympics, East German athletes walked off with 40 of the coveted gold medals, though their country is only the size of New Jersey. NOVA investigates whether a drug is responsible for their incredible success—or is American athletic training and commitment falling behind that of the Communist world?