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Science fiction inspires the future of science. Here’s how.
From Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” to “The Jetsons’” Rosie the robot, these sci-fi creations have inspired real-world inventions.
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From Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” to “The Jetsons’” Rosie the robot, these sci-fi creations have inspired real-world inventions.
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Science fiction inspires the future of science. Here’s how.
From Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” to “The Jetsons’” Rosie the robot, these sci-fi creations have inspired real-world inventions.
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