Science Marvels and Curiosities
Course Description
Over the course of five meetings we will explore a variety of science topics that play varying roles in our daily lives.
- Science of Tides: nature of tidal forces, how they manifest around the world and their role in the biosphere.
- Our Electromagnetic World: explore the nature, utility and vulnerability of these forces that enable long-range communications, power, navigation and much more.
- Paradox: explore the nature of paradox and its cousins within and well beyond basic logic into the English language, business and economics.
- Games People Play: explore game theory in many aspects of our lives including warfare, economics, gambling and applications in physical and life science.
- Robot Renaissance? How and when will robots replace people?
