INTO THE WHONIVERSE PANEL SERIES

TIMEY-WIMEY ROBOTICS AND BIOTECHNOLOGY IN DOCTOR WHO

This engaging, entertaining, and educational series of fan panels will appeal to Whovians, armchair scientists, and generally curious minds. Bridging science and storytelling, this series explores the real-world science in Sci-Fi, engaging the world of Doctor Who.

September 20 @ 2:00 pm 3:00 pm

Robotics are a cornerstone of science fiction, which in turn inspires real-life scientists and engineers. The futuristic robots and biotechnology of Doctor Who, from K9 to Cybermen, enable society to consider both the applications and implications of similar tech. Our panelists will discuss how Doctor Who’s stories of artificial intelligence, cyborgs, and other “upgrades” match up with our future and analyze the relationship between science fiction and real-life scientific advances.