Stargate Universe - Season 1 Episode 14
Human

Dr. Rush relives his past life by sitting in the alien chair in an attempt to download critical data. A university professor, his wifes cancer returns and he is recruited by Dr. Daniel Jackson for what will be called the Icarus project. Hes avoiding dealing with his wifes situation and throws himself into his work. In his dream-like state, hes trying to make sense of all the information he is accumulating. Back on the ship, the Destiny drops out of FTL and some of the crew investigate the planet below. They find an ancient archaeological site but are trapped when part of the site caves in. Digging them out is a slow process and the next jump is quickly approaching.