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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. Visit the official website to watch full-length documentaries, or explore our world through short-form video, on our digital publication NOVA Next.

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Ultimate Crash Test: Impact Preview
Forensic science is put to the test after the first-ever staged multi-vehicle pileup.
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Ultimate Crash Test: Countdown Preview
A first-of-its-kind experiment aims to stage a multi-vehicle pileup to gain new data on car safety.
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These Smart Glasses Know Who You Are, and Much More
Two students created glasses that can identify people on the street, without them knowing.
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Ultimate Crash Test: Impact
Forensic science is put to the test after the first-ever staged multi-vehicle pileup.
Episode: S52 E11
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Ultimate Crash Test: Countdown
A first-of-its-kind experiment aims to stage a multi-vehicle pileup to gain new data on car safety.
Episode: S52 E10
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Secrets of the Forest
Follow scientists in a quest to understand how complex forest ecosystems can help cool our planet.
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Revolutionary War Weapons
Explore key military technologies in the American colonies’ fight for freedom.
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Baltimore Bridge Collapse
Follow the investigation into the deadly container ship collision that closed the Port of Baltimore.
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Pompeii's Secret Underworld
Archaeologists uncover new truths about Pompeii, a wealthy Roman playground with dark secrets.
Episode: S52 E5 | 53:40
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Egypt's Tombs of Amun
A long-lost ancient cemetery opens the door to a unique period in Egyptian history.
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Dino Birds
Fossils reveal how birds survived the killer asteroid and became today’s only living dinosaurs.
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What Are UFOs?
Can science reveal the secrets of mysterious objects seen in our skies?
Episode: S52 E1 | 53:43
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Lost Tombs of Notre Dame
Mysterious bodies are found under one of the world’s most famous cathedrals.
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Secrets of the Forest Preview
Follow scientists in a quest to understand how complex forest ecosystems can help cool our planet.
Preview: S52 E8 | 0:30
Watch • 0:30
NOVA
Revolutionary War Weapons Preview
Explore key military technologies in the American colonies’ fight for freedom.
Preview: S52 E7 | 0:30
Watch • 0:30
NOVA
Baltimore Bridge Collapse Preview
Follow the investigation into the deadly container ship collision that closed the Port of Baltimore.
Preview: S52 E6 | 0:30
Watch • 0:30
NOVA
Pompeii's Secret Underworld Preview
Archaeologists uncover new truths about Pompeii, a wealthy Roman playground with dark secrets.
Preview: S52 E5 | 0:30
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Egypt's Tombs of Amun Preview
A long lost ancient cemetery opens the door to a unique period in Egyptian history.
Preview: S52 E4 | 0:30
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Dino Birds Preview
Fossils reveal how birds survived the killer asteroid and became today’s only living dinosaurs.
Preview: S52 E3 | 0:29
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Extreme Airport Engineering Preview
Follow the race to build a world-class airport on the site of one of America’s busiest flying hubs.
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What Are UFOs? Preview
Can science reveal the secrets of mysterious objects seen in our skies?
Preview: S52 E1 | 0:30
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Hunt for the Oldest DNA: Extended Version
Follow the quest to recover DNA millions of years old for the very first time.
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Lost Tombs of Notre Dame Preview
Mysterious bodies are found under one of the world’s most famous cathedrals.
Preview: S51 E18 | 0:30