Science and Science Fiction: What the scientists say: SF to discuss science

This is part three of my overview of the responses of scientists to the questions Stephanie Svan and I asked about the relationship between science and science fiction. You can find links to all the contributors’ complete answers and our summaries at the ScienceOnline09 Wiki . Also, be sure to check out the compilation of recommended science, science fiction, and related web sites . Below I’ve highlighted snippets from some of the responses to the question: Have you used science fictio