On The Sound of Science on WNIJ, Jasmine and Chrissy from NIU STEAM are hosting a segment that highlights the contributions of Asian-American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander individuals in the world of STEAM. These individuals have made significant impact during May, which is their heritage month.
One such individual is Ted Fujita, a Japanese-American scientist who developed the EF scale used to rate tornadoes based on the damage they cause. Fujita’s research helps first-responders train for different scenarios and allows the public to make informed decisions to stay safe during tornadoes.
Another individual is Nirander Kapany, an Indian-American physicist known as the “Father of Fiber Optics.” Kapany revolutionized data transfer and non-invasive medical procedures by using thin strands of pure glass to transmit light signals over long distances.
Dr. Chien-Shiung Wu, known as the Queen of Physics, developed Geiger counters to detect harmful radiation levels and played a critical role in separating Uranium isotopes during the Manhattan Project, which led to the production of the first nuclear weapon.
Tune in to The Sound of Science on WNIJ to learn something new every day about the impact of Asian-American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander individuals in the field of STEAM.
