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1997
1997x1
Centre Of The Galaxy
Episode overview
Recent research into the area suggests the possibility of a black hole.
1997x2
The Quasar Chasers
Episode overview
A discussion about why there seem to be no quasars beyond redshift 4.6.
1997x3
Zodiacal Light
Episode overview
What it is, what it looks like, and how to photograph it. Includes Hale-Bopp pics.
1997x4
Eyes On The Universe - 40Th Anniversary Programme
Episode overview
For the 40th anniversary episode, Patrick traced the story of the telescope, from Galileo's 16th century optik' tube to the Hubble Space Telescope and beyond. Patrick travels the world .. show full overview
1997x5
The Great Comet Of '97
Episode overview
A review of the recent Hale-Bopp comet.
1997x6
Roving On Mars
Episode overview
Discussing the Pathfinder spacecraft landing on 4 July.
1997x7
Planets On View
Episode overview
Results of Pathfinder and a look at other planets visible.
1997x8
Hipparcos - Star Plotter
Episode overview
The findings in the Hipparcos Catalogue.
1997x9
Saturn Visitor
Episode overview
The Cassini/Huygens mission due to be launched.
1997x10
Instruments Of Change
Episode overview
New instruments being used on old and new telescopes.
1997x11
Star Qualities
Episode overview
A look a round the night sky, concentrating on the different colours of stars.
1997x12
Diamonds In The Sky
Episode overview
White dwarfs stars and a tribute to Paul Doherty, who died on 26 November.

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