Program 9, Episode 204

A revolutionary technology developed by NASA is being used to detect cancer instantly, leading to a more accurate diagnosis of this disease. In an effort to quiet our skies, NASA has a new program aimed at reducing noise generated by aircraft.

A record setting, unmanned aircraft called the Helios is changing the way scientists conduct Earth and atmospheric science missions. State of the art space suits give astronauts a place to live and work in outer space. DT looks back at the Gemini program. The Gemini missions flew between the Mercury and Apollo programs and allowed astronauts and planners to practice many of the procedures that would be important for future moon flights, paving the way for man to walk on the moon.