NOVA Season 12 Episode 19
Animal Architects
When Alexander Fleming discovered the penicillin mold in 1928, he never considered its possible therapeutic value. NOVA explores the "Fleming myth" and reveals the true story of thescientists who worked behind the scenes to develop the wonder drug of the century.
- 12 - 20The Plane that Changed the WorldDec. 17, 1985
- 12 - 19Animal ArchitectsDec. 03, 1985
- 12 - 18The Genetic GambleNov. 26, 1985
- 12 - 17Tornado!Nov. 19, 1985
- 12 - 16Child Survival: The Silent EmergencyNov. 12, 1985
- 12 - 15The Magic of Special EffectsNov. 05, 1985
- 12 - 14The Robot Revolution?Oct. 29, 1985
- 12 - 13What Einstein Never KnewOct. 22, 1985
- 12 - 12Seeds of TomorrowOct. 15, 1985
- 12 - 11The National Science Test IIOct. 08, 1985
- 12 - 10Monarch of the MountainsMar. 19, 1985
- 12 - 9Child's Play: Prodigies and PossibilitiesMar. 12, 1985
- 12 - 8The Mathematical Mystery TourMar. 05, 1985
- 12 - 7Baby TalkFeb. 26, 1985
- 12 - 6The Shape of ThingsFeb. 19, 1985
- 12 - 5AIDS: Chapter OneFeb. 12, 1985
- 12 - 4In the Land of the Polar BearsFeb. 05, 1985
- 12 - 3Conquest of the ParasitesJan. 29, 1985
- 12 - 2Global VillageJan. 22, 1985
- 12 - 1Edgerton and His Incredible Seeing MachinesJan. 15, 1985