The Science of Sci-Fi

In The Science of Sci-Fi: From Warp Speed to Interstellar Travel, Professor Erin Macdonald explores the fascinating connection between real science and science fiction, examining how current knowledge and imagination shape our visions of the future. Through ten engaging lectures, she discusses concepts like wormholes, faster-than-light travel, and time dilation, providing insight into the scientific possibilities behind beloved sci-fi stories. This course offers a captivating look at how humanity’s scientific pursuits intertwine with the stories that inspire us to dream beyond the stars.