Join us for an NASC Colloquium on “Magic, Illusion and Vision!” with Stephen Macknik and Susana Martinez-Conde, professors of ophthalmology, neurology, physiology and pharmacology at SUNY Downstate.

Prepare for a mind-expanding experience as we present neuroscientists and authors, Prof. Martinez-Conde and Prof. Macknik. Discover the captivating world of neuromagic as they unveil the secrets behind illusions and the mysteries of perception. Their presentation “Champions of Illusion” will showcase mind-boggling illusions selected from their Best Illusion of the Year Contest, delving into the powerful impact these images have on our minds. They will also explore the intersection of neuroscience, cognitive illusions, and magic, revealing why magic tricks work in the brain and how our perception can deceive us.

Faculty Tunk to follow in Merrill House

Co-sponsored by the Provost and Dean of the Faculty, the Department of Art, CORE Scientific Perspectives, First-Year Seminar Program, the Mind, Brain, and Behavior Initiative, and the Neuroscience Program