Has wizard magic been scientifically tested?

The concept of "wizard magic" often refers to supernatural or paranormal abilities attributed to wizards in folklore and fiction. However, when discussing scientific testing, it's more relevant to consider the broader categories of paranormal phenomena or magical practices that have been studied scientifically.

Scientific Testing of Paranormal Phenomena

1. Psychic Phenomena: Researchers like Dean Radin have scientifically studied phenomena such as telepathy, clairvoyance, and psychokinesis, which are sometimes associated with magical practices. These studies aim to validate or refute the existence of such abilities using controlled experiments1.

2. Divination and Force of Will: Some magical practices, like divination (perceiving through space and time) and force of will (impressing one's will on the world), have analogs in scientific research. For example, clairvoyance can be tested scientifically to assess its validity1.

3. Energy and Spirits: The interaction with spirits or non-human entities is another aspect of magical practices. While these are not typically tested in mainstream science, some researchers explore the psychological and sociological aspects of such beliefs.

Magic Tricks and Illusions

In contrast, stage magic or illusion magic is entirely based on scientific principles. Magicians use physics, chemistry, psychology, and engineering to create illusions that appear magical to the audience. These tricks can be fully explained by science and are not supernatural2.

Conclusion

While the supernatural aspects of "wizard magic" are not scientifically proven, certain paranormal phenomena associated with magical practices have been studied scientifically. However, these studies often face skepticism and are not widely accepted as part of mainstream science. Stage magic, on the other hand, is entirely based on scientific principles and is well understood.