Nova

Secret Mind Of Slime

Season 47, Episode 12 of 19

Scientists investigate the bizarre "intelligence" of slime molds, which appear to learn and make decisions -- without a brain. These cunning, single-celled blobs can navigate mazes and create efficient networks. Can they also redefine cognition?

Previously Aired

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Time
Channel
9/16/2020
9 p.m.
9/17/2020
2 a.m.
9/18/2020
2 p.m.
9/20/2020
7 a.m.
3/23/2022
9 p.m.
3/24/2022
2 a.m.
3/25/2022
2 p.m.
3/27/2022
7 a.m.
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