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.
Show Info
Schedule: Wednesdays at 21:00
(60 min)
Status: Running
Show Type:
Documentary
Genres:
NatureHistory
Official site: www.pbs.org
8.4 (64 votes)
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The Battle to Breathe
Episode 53x09; Sep 16, 2026
Once a death sentence, cystic fibrosis now faces an apparent miracle cure. Follow the decades-long scientific quest, fueled by desperate parents, that led to this breakthrough with potential implications for the future of personalized medicine.
Previous Episodes
| Episode Name | Airdate | Trailer |
|---|---|---|
| 53x08: Athens: Birth of Democracy | Apr 29, 2026 | |
| 53x07: Rain Bombs | Apr 22, 2026 | |
| 53x06: Return to the Moon | Apr 15, 2026 |
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Boring. Much less interesting than the episode about rebuilding Notre Dame.
