Splash Biography

The British writer and scientist Arthur C. Clarke once said, "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic." In this class, we will examine the popular Harry Potter series and the science behind the magical events depicted within it. We will explore topics, which may include, but are not limited to: Does truth serum really exist? Could quantum mechanics make apparition possible? What kind of forces would need to be involved to achieve actual broomstick flight? Students will walk away from this class with a heightened appreciation for the complex and magical nature of science.