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World Service,16 Apr 1998,28 mins

The Infrared Space Observatory

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The Infrared Space Observatory or ISO, an astronomer's dream. Scientists have been sharing ISO's findings, and how they differ from other research projects. One of their findings is that there is water throughout the universe. Also in the programme, a new way of seeing inside your lungs and the chemical secret of what makes the heart beat. Presenter: Martin Redfern.

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