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NOVA

NOVA

1974Returning SeriesNext: Feb 25 9pm ET53 Seasons1017 Episodes7.0TMDB
PBS

PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.

Season 4 · Episode 8

The Pill for the People

Aired Mar 9, 1977at 9PM·55m

NOVA profiles chemist Russell Marker who made the birth control pill possible by discovering a synthetic substitute for the hormone progesterone.

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When did NOVA Season 4 Episode 8 air?

NOVA Season 4 Episode 8 aired on March 9, 1977 at 9 PM ET.

How long is NOVA Season 4 Episode 8?

This episode runs for approximately 55 minutes.

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