The Science Behind Amazing Magic Performances
Discover the hidden scientific principles behind classic magic tricks through engaging experiments.
Discover the hidden scientific principles behind classic magic tricks through engaging experiments.
This project will take students on a journey filled with wonder and exploration. Through the puzzles of magic and scientific experiments, they will act like little detectives, using logical reasoning and analytical skills to uncover the mysteries behind magic tricks! Imagine students, filled with curiosity, not only watching a stunning magic performance but also diving in to reveal the scientific principles behind it. Each revelation will open new doors to understanding physical, chemical, or biological phenomena, making learning both fun and challenging!
This project features a selection of science-rich, imaginative, and creative magic tricks, including phenomena like anti-gravity, perpetual motion machines, elastic band tricks, coin tricks, and even "drinking" milk from a distance. In this engaging environment, students will not only learn scientific concepts but also enhance their logical thinking and creativity. They will learn to view the world through a scientific lens and present their findings in humorous and captivating ways. More importantly, through these exciting experiments and explorations, students will develop stronger hands-on skills, teamwork, and creativity in tackling complex problems.
This project is not just a scientific learning journey; it’s an adventure filled with curiosity and imagination, allowing every student to find their inner magician and ignite a passion for science! This initiative also holds potential for innovative papers to be published in top-tier journals.
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Nanoribbons, Biomimetic Materials & Devices, Smart Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Soft Robotics, Morphogenesis Mechanics (Embryonic Development, Biofilm Growth), Advanced Materials Engineering, Solid Mechanics
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Dr. Zi Chen is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital and a Member of the Faculty at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Chen received his PhD in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Princeton University. Dr. Chen’s research interests range from solid mechanics and material science to biomechanics and mechanobiology, covering such diverse topics as mechanical instabilities of materials, energy harvesting, soft robotics, biomimetic materials/devices, smart personal protection equipment (PPE), nanofabrication (e.g., nanowires, nanoribbons, grapheme sheets), mechanics of morphogenesis in biological systems (embryonic development, biofilm growth, etc.), cell biomechanics (e.g., epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition and cancer cell migration), and mechanics of DNA structures. Dr. Chen has been involved in research projects that have collectively been supported by over $17 million in grants with around $3.8 million grants to Dr. Chen’s laboratory from National Institute of Health, National Science Foundation, Office of Naval Research, Society in Science, and Facebook Inc. Dr. Chen has received a number of prestigious awards and honors including Society in Science – Branco Weiss fellowship, International Association of Advanced Materials Innovation Award, Marquis Who’s Who in the World, Outstanding Paper Award at the ASME 2013 2nd Global Congress on Nano Engineering for Medicine and Biology (NEMB), American Academy of Mechanics Founder’s Award, MRS Graduate Student Award Silver Award, etc. He is a founding co-Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Postdoctoral Research, and an editorial board member of Journal of Applied Mechanical Engineering and Journal of Material Science & Engineering.
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