A cross-disciplinary conference
exploring how magic inspires
creativity in science and technology
Venice, Italy
Dates to be announced
A cross-disciplinary conference
exploring how magic inspires creativity
in technology, science and teaching
Venice, Italy
Location and dates to be announced
HOW MAGIC INSPIRES
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Leading minds in the fields of science, technology, magic, and teaching share how magic has inspired creativity in their fields of study. A special 94-page issue of VANISH magazine.
CONFERENCE EVENTS
Keynotes & Panels
Explore how performance magic fuels inspiration and creativity across scientific disciplines
Live Magic Shows
Experience astonishing magic performed right in front of your eyes
Scientific Demonstrations
See experiments on the frontiers of perception, illusion and deception
Magic Sessions & Lectures
Learn how to do a few easy magic tricks, jumpstart your creativity, and start on the journey of gaining insights from magic
Brainstorming Sessions
Share and garner insights on how magic is influencing your field of study
Awards Ceremony
Join us in recognizing outstanding scientific achievement inspired by magic
Keynotes & Panels
Explore how performance magic fuels inspiration across scientific disciplines
Live Magic Shows
Experience astonishing magic performed right in front of your eyes
Brainstorming Sessions
Share and garner insights on how magic is influencing your field of study
Scientific Demonstrations
See experiments on the frontiers of perception, illusion and deception
Magic Lessons
Learn how to do a few easy magic tricks, taught by leading magic teachers
The SYMP Awards
Join us in recognizing innovators on the frontiers of magic and science
In the evenings, explore the splendors of Venice, or stay on site and relax, make friends and be entertained at
CAFE ASTONISHMENT
Enjoy food, drink and cabaret-style shows with the world’s premier magicians
Keynotes & Panels
Explore how performance magic fuels inspiration and creativity across scientific disciplines
Live Magic Shows
Experience astonishing magic performed right in front of your eyes
Brainstorming Sessions
Share and garner insights on how magic is influencing your field of study
Scientific Demonstrations
See experiments on the frontiers of perception, illusion and deception
Magic Sessions & Lectures
Learn how to do a few easy magic tricks, jumpstart your creativity, and start on the journey of gaining insights from magic
Awards Ceremony
Join us in recognizing outstanding scientific achievement inspired by magic
In the evenings, explore the splendors of Venice, or stay on-site and relax, make friends and be entertained at
CAFE ASTONISHMENT
Enjoy food, drink and cabaret-style shows with the world’s premier magicians
Keynotes & Panels
Explore how performance magic fuels inspiration and creativity across scientific disciplines
Live Magic Shows
Experience astonishing magic performed right in front of your eyes
Scientific Demonstrations
See experiments on the frontiers of perception, illusion and deception
Magic Sessions & Lectures
Learn how to do a few easy magic tricks, jumpstart your creativity, and start on the journey of gaining insights from magic
Brainstorming Sessions
Share and garner insights on how magic is influencing your field of study
Awards Ceremony
Join us in recognizing outstanding scientific achievement inspired by magic
In the evenings, enjoy the splendors of Venice, or stay on-site and relax, make friends and be entertained at
CAFE ASTONISHMENT
Enjoy food, drink and cabaret-style shows with the world’s premier magicians
Scientists who are amateur magicians are 22 times more likely to win a Nobel prize.
– Michigan State University Research*
TOPICS FOR
EXPLORATION
Scientific Inquiry Inspired by Magic
Magic as Creative Inspiration for Scientists
How Magic Helps You Recognize Blind Spots
Perception, Illusion and Deception
Neuroscience and Magic
Tech Innovations Inspired by Magic
Magic in the University Classroom
Mathematics and Magic
The Magic of Optical Illusions
Magicians as Technology Innovators
Astonishment, Wonder and Deception
And more – send us your proposals
“The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and all science.”
– Albert Einstein
The International Magic Symposium
ORGANIZERS
The International Magic Symposium
ORGANIZERS
“Every magic trick is a cognitive experiment in perception.”
– Teller