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Explore the world of the seemingly impossible with RENOWNED PHYSICIST MICHIO KAKu ON SCI FI SCIENCE

- Series looks at futuristic ideas and inventions that could turn to reality not far from today -

Could a real life Death Star ever actually be built? Would we one day be sending our superhero suits for dry cleaning along with our regular work wear? Internationally-renowned physicist Dr Michio Kaku thinks so, and he believes that science fiction may not be so far from science fact. In Discovery Channel’s new series SCI FI SCIENCE, Dr Kaku investigates the likelihood of popular sci-fi beliefs and ideas that currently seem beyond the realm of possibility, and shows us that these technologies could materialise sooner than we think. SCI FI SCIENCE premieres every at , starting . Encores on .

In the realm of physics research, Dr Michio Kaku is best known as the co-founder of String Field Theory and his goal in life is to help complete Einstein's dream of the ‘Theory of Everything’. Yet the brilliant physicist is also known for breaking down complicated physics concepts simple enough for any layman to understand. In SCI FI SCIENCE, Dr Kaku examines the realities of the seemingly impossible, which have long baffled and entertained sci-fi aficionados worldwide.

Featuring the latest research and most recent technologies, SCI FI SCIENCE takes a look at things such as Lightsabers, Star Ships, Death Stars, and Warp Drives. Discover the science and realities behind these and other notions from the sci-fi world that are pushing the boundaries of technology and human ingenuity. Impossible? That’s what we said decades ago about man walking on the moon.

SCI FI SCIENCE episode descriptions:

Lightsaber

A sword made of pure light that can cut through anything, the Lightsaber is a truly awesome weapon. But that is not just sci-fi fantasy – Dr Michio Kaku reveals how we could one day build a real working Lightsaber.

Planetbuster

The crosshairs are lined up, a death ray is fired and a planet is vapourised. Geek fantasy? Not according to Dr Michio Kaku, who draws up the blueprints to show how a real Death Star might work.

Force Fields

Every starship needs armour and Force Fields are the ultimate protection against asteroids, space debris and enemy attack. Dr Michio Kaku reveals how cutting edge science could be used to create Force Fields that might one day save our space crafts from an alien onslaught.

Robots

From Terminator to Star Wars, no sci-fi movie is complete without an intelligent robot. Dr Michio Kaku explains how artificial intelligence will be created and how the rise smart robots could threaten us all.

Star Ships

Hurtling across the galaxy in a starship powered by anti-matter isn't some sci-fi writer's impossible dream as Dr Michio Kaku reveals his blueprints for a spacecraft that can journey to the stars and shows Alpha Centaurii could be nearer than you think.

Warp Drive

Power up your imagination as Dr Michio Kaku demonstrates how we could build a Warp Drive and explore the universe on a ship that can boldly go where no man has gone before.

Parallel Universe

Dr Michio Kaku reveals how future civilisations could build a machine to reach the Parallel Universe - a gateway to a world of limitless possibilities.

Super Suits

The strength to lift cars, run faster than a train and see through solid walls - superhero powers are every kid's dream. Dr Michio Kaku designs a suit that would give the wearer the super powers of a comic book superhero.

Teleportation

Teleportation sounds like sci-fi fantasy but it may not be so far-fetched after all as Dr Michio Kaku discovers how we might all one day be saying “beam me up Scotty”.

Time Machine

Fancy a trip back to the dinosaurs? Dr Michio Kaku draws up the blueprints for a Time Machine that will let us visit the past and future.

Invisibility

Embrace your inner Harry Potter as Dr Michio Kaku devises an Invisibility cloak and demonstrates that vanishing into thin air could be easier than saying “Abracadabra”.

Flying Saucers

Defying gravity and hurtling through space, Flying Saucers are the ultimate sci-fi vehicle. Dr Michio Kaku reveals how one day we could all be using the aliens' favorite mode of transportation.

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About Discovery Channel

Discovery Channel, the flagship network of Discovery Communications, is devoted to creating the highest quality non-fiction programming in the world and remains one of the most dynamic networks on television. First launched in 1985, Discovery Channel now reaches more than 165 million households in Asia-Pacific. Globally, Discovery Channel is one of the world’s most widely distributed television brands, reaching 371 million households in 175 countries in 35 languages. It offers viewers an engaging line-up of high-quality non-fiction entertainment from blue-chip nature, science and technology, ancient and contemporary history, adventure, cultural and topical documentaries. For more information, visit .

About Discovery Communications

Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) is the world’s number one nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.5 billion cumulative subscribers in over 170 countries. Discovery empowers people to explore their world and satisfy their curiosity through 100-plus worldwide networks, led by Discovery Channel, Animal Planet, Discovery Science and Discovery HD, as well as leading consumer and educational products and services, and a diversified portfolio of digital media services including . In Asia-Pacific, seven Discovery brands reach 459 million cumulative subscribers in 32 countries with programming customized in 10 languages.

Dr Michio Kaku

Biography

A co-founder of the String Field Theory, Dr Michio Kaku holds the Henry Semat Professorship in Theoretical Physics at the City College of New York and the Graduate Center of the City University of New York. He graduated summa cum laude and first in his physics class from Harvard, and received his PhD in theoretical physics from the University of California at Berkeley. He has taught at Harvard, Princeton, and for over 30 years at the City University of New York. He has been a visiting professor at the Institute for Advanced Study at Princeton. His PhD-level textbooks on String Theory are required reading at many of the world's leading physics laboratories.

On top of his academic career, Dr Michio Kaku is the host of two radio programmes: Science Fantastic and Explorations in Science with Dr Michio Kaku. In addition to his radio appearances, Dr Michio Kaku frequently makes appearances on a variety of popular shows including Larry King Live, Good Morning America and 60 Minutes and has hosted numerous science specials, such as Discovery Channel’s 2057.

Dr Michio Kaku has written a number of highly acclaimed science books, including the best-seller Hyperspace, Visions, Parallel Worlds, Beyond Einstein, and Einstein's Cosmos. Parallel Worlds was a finalist for the prestigious Samuel Johnson Prize for Non-Fiction in the U.K and his latest book, Physics of the Impossible, was on the New York Times Best Seller's list for 5 weeks. Dr Michio Kaku has also written for Time, The Wall Street Journal, Discover Magazine, New Scientist, Scientific American and many other esteemed publications.

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