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March 22, 2026Centaurus

Science on a Screen: Assessing the Magic Lantern's Transnational Role in Science Communication

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EHEmily HayesFKFrank Kessler

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Co-editorial Introduction discusses the significance of magic lanterns in 19th-century science communication, suggesting their broader impacts.

Key Points

  • This paper aims to explore how magic lanterns facilitated science communication and knowledge production during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
  • Analyzing historical accounts of magic lantern use in educational settings
  • Discussing theoretical frameworks provided by contributing authors
  • Examining visual and verbal presentations in various disciplines
  • Magic lanterns played a crucial role in the dissemination of scientific knowledge across borders.
  • The use of projected images enhanced the understanding of complex concepts in educational contexts.
  • Lantern technologies contributed to the professionalization of scientific communication practices.

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Hayes et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69bf899af665edcd009e9654https://doi.org/10.1484/j.cnt.5.152822
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