2.10: Science in Imaginary Worlds

Discuss the impact of science fiction on society.

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New York - Discussing Science in Imaginary Worlds -- Jun 19, 2011 - Science fiction and fantasy has inspired the minds of many for centuries. From the robotic horses of Arabian Nights, to Jules Verne's time machines, to the widest reaches of space in Star Trek, artists have used science and technology as starting point to create fantastic new worlds. How does science fiction inspire new technology, and how does new technology inspire artists and authors? Science House and the Hybrid Reality Institute brought together authors, editors, and scientists to discuss the impact of science fiction on society. Attendees included: James Jorasch, Megan Kingery of Science House; Rita J. King and Joshua Fouts of Science House and Dancing Ink Productions; Daniel Moore, Director of the Nanoethics Group, Hybrid Reality Fellow, scientist with IBM; Leslie Moore, educator; Paul Hoffman, journalist and biographer; Patrick DiJusto, author and journalist; Jeff Newalt, publicist, performer (as JahFurry), and comics editor for Smith Magazine; and Michele Reznik, graphic designer

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