                  Rishon
Sabri, 2024To contact the author, please e-mail: rishonsabri@gmail.com |
 This
dissertation
seeks to explore the impact of science fiction shows on the advancement
of science, particularly focusing on the influence of the celebrated
Star Trek television series. This impact will be demonstrated by
examining a number of different case studies, where science fiction
concepts and technology have been shown to have inspired or influenced
scientific and technological advances in the real world in fields
ranging from medicine to theoretical physics.These case studies aim to illustrate the different ways in which science fiction influences scientific progress by raising awareness of the crucial importance of science; publicising new and emerging technologies and research that could help the world; leading young people to careers in the sciences and providing inspiration and goals for scientists and researchers. This dissertation also proposes a number of ways in which the potentially powerful influence of science fiction can be used in education, media, and academia to further aid in scientific progress.  A dissertation by Rishon Sabri to fulfil the EPQ project requirements of Hills Road Sixth Form College, Cambridge, United Kingdom.  |