11 Apr 1969
The Violent Universe
Thirty distinguished astronomers are visited at their observatories throughout the world in this comprehensive report of astronomical theories, research, and discoveries.
Can Science Make Me Perfect? With Alice Roberts
Anatomist Alice Roberts embarks on a quest to rebuild her own body from scratch, taking inspiration from the very best designs the natural world has to offer.
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Alice Roberts Herself - Presenter
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