Science of Watchmen

http://scienceblogs.com/pharyngula/2009/02/science_of_watchmen.php
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmj1rpzDRZ0 (HD available)



University of Minnesota physics professor James Kakalios discusses how he was tapped to add a physics perspective to the upcoming Warner Brothers movie, Watchmen. Kakalios discusses how quantum mechanics can explain Dr. Manhattan's super human powers in the film, and how he came to become an expert on the topic of the physics of superheroes. Check out Kakalios book at www.physicsofsuperheroes.com

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