The Eyes Have it: Magical Manipulation of Eye Movements & Awareness

Magicians are master choreographers of attention. The success of their misdirection often lies in their eye movements and the eye movements of their audiences. In this presentation, cognitive scientist and professional magician Anthony Barnhart, associate professor of psychological science at Carthage College, will highlight the myriad relationships between eye movements and awareness, using live performance and video to demonstrate discoveries from his laboratory and future directions in the science of magic research program. Along the way, he will attempt to convince you that psychological science can benefit from examining the techniques of performing magicians and integrating them into experimental studies.

Part 2 of Cognitive Science's Mesmerized series. Part 1: Live Performance with a cognitive scientist & Mind Reader is on Nov. 12, 6:30 p.m.

Hosted by the Cognitive Science Program and the School of Arts & Sciences.