Podcasts about national inventors hall of fame

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Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! In this mid-season debrief episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood reflect on the past three interviews that brought a diverse set of perspectives on fostering creativity within educational spaces. They revisit key moments with Jamie Celia Tosi from the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Jaap Haartsen—the inventor of Bluetooth, Dr. Jo Boaler from Stanford University, and Buffalo public school teacher Jonathan Guerra. The hosts discuss topics ranging from the fusion of creativity skills with domain expertise, the importance of providing students real opportunities to invent and problem-solve, and the practicalities of applying creativity in both large and small classroom moments. They emphasize that creativity training should go hand-in-hand with meaningful experiences, and introduce actionable ideas for educators aiming to incorporate creative learning into everyday teaching. The conversation also delves deep into the role of metacognition, as highlighted by Dr. Boaler, and why teaching students to think about their thinking is crucial—particularly in an age of rapid technological change and the rise of generative AI. Cyndi and Matthew further explore issues of student well-being, such as the impact of sleep and trauma on learning and creativity, and the essential need for psychological safety in the classroom. Through anecdotes and research connections, they underline the importance of mentorship and personalized support, making a strong case for educators to recognize contextual factors that affect a student's readiness to engage creatively. With season ten halfway through, the hosts tease upcoming initiatives and encourage feedback as they continue building a community committed to enriching educational practice through creativity.   Eager to bring more creativity into your school district? Check out our sponsor Curiosity2Create.org and join their Creativity Network for Educators at Curiosity2Connect! Check out our Podcast Website to dive deeper into Creativity in Education! For more information on Creativity in Education, check out: Matt's Website: Worwood Classroom Cyndi's Website: Creativity and Education

Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Listen to Part Two of the Double Expresso here! In this exciting episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett dive into a stimulating conversation with Jaap Haartsen, the inventor behind Bluetooth wireless technology, and Jayme Cellitioci, the Senior Director of Education for the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Together, they explore the intricate relationship between creativity and innovation, emphasizing the critical role that skills play in transforming creative ideas into practical innovations. Throughout the discussion, the guests share insightful anecdotes on the journey of invention and reflect on the significance of inspiring creativity and problem-solving in educational settings. Listeners are treated to a fascinating tale of how Bluetooth became a ubiquitous technology, with Jaap sharing his experiences and lessons learned from leading innovation projects. The episode also highlights the power of mentorship and role models, as Jayme shares inspiring stories of how students are impacted by learning from real-life inventors like Jaap. This conversation offers educators valuable insights on promoting research, fostering curiosity, and engaging students in invention education, ultimately preparing the next generation for a future of creativity and innovation. Don't miss out on this compelling episode that fuels inspiring ideas and possibilities in education.   Guest Bio Jaap Haartsen is a 2015 inductee into the National Inventors Hall of Fame and is celebrated for leading the development of Bluetooth wireless technology. Originating from Holland, Jaap began his groundbreaking work in 1994, and his invention has since revolutionized modern connectivity, enabling billions of devices to communicate wirelessly worldwide. Jayme Cellitioci is the Senior Director of Education for the National Inventors Hall of Fame, where she leads the strategy and vision for dynamic invention education experiences that impact hundreds of thousands annually. With a background in marine science and authorship, Jayme plays a crucial role in integrating insights from top innovators into education, holding patents herself, and inspiring students and educators alike.   Eager to bring more creativity into your school district? Check out our sponsor Curiosity2Create.org and join their Creativity Network for Educators at Curiosity2Connect! Check out our Podcast Website to dive deeper into Creativity in Education! For more information on Creativity in Education, check out: Matt's Website: Worwood Classroom Cyndi's Website: Creativity and Education  

Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Listen to Part One of this Double Expresso here! In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood continue their dynamic conversation with their guests, Jaap Haartsen, known for his pioneering development of Bluetooth technology, and Jayme Cellitoci, the Senior Director of Education for the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The discussion delves into the implications of technology in society, highlighting the ethical considerations and unintended consequences that accompany technological advancements. Jaap shares his insights on the dual nature of innovations, emphasizing the importance of educating people to use technology responsibly, while Jayme discusses the importance of invention education and the role of creativity in problem-solving and innovation. As the conversation unfolds, the guests share personal anecdotes that illustrate the positive impact of hands-on learning experiences and the exploration of technology with young learners. Jayme narrates a touching story about a child creatively repurposing a camp invention project to aid his family during a storm-induced blackout, underscoring the practical and empowering nature of creative education. The episode closes with both guests sharing their most memorable creative educational experiences, reinforcing the podcast's mission to enrich and inspire educators, students, and innovators to harness creativity for positive change.   Guest Bios: Jaap Haartsen: A pivotal figure in the development of Bluetooth technology, Jaap offers invaluable insights into the ethical considerations and responsibilities inventors face in today's rapidly evolving tech landscape. His reflections highlight the importance of educating future innovators on the potential repercussions of their creations. Jayme Cellitoci: As the Senior Director of Education for the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Jayme passionately discusses the role invention education plays in fostering creativity and ethical decision-making in young learners. Her work focuses on empowering students to see everyday materials as potential innovations and to question the ethical dimensions of their creative endeavors.   Eager to bring more creativity into your school district? Check out our sponsor Curiosity2Create.org and join their Creativity Network for Educators at Curiosity2Connect! Check out our Podcast Website to dive deeper into Creativity in Education! For more information on Creativity in Education, check out: Matt's Website: Worwood Classroom Cyndi's Website: Creativity and Education  

This week, a TON of updates coming to the Disneyland Resort Hotels, two new stores are open in Downtown Disney, a new President for the Resort, Celebrate Soulfully is returning, we talk to Teresa about her latest cruise on the Disney Fantasy, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Some big updates are coming to the hotels at the Disneyland Resort. This Spring, Napa Rose will close to undergo a refurbishment that will bring French oak flooring and columns, which is the type of wood used to make wine barrels, new lighting, and materials throughout the restaurant. Expanded counters will allow more guests to experience the open kitchen, and a new outdoor patio will be added. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/exciting-new-additions-hotels-of-disneyland-resort/ Two new Concierge lounges will be coming to the Disneyland Hotel and Disney's Grand Californian. The High Key Club will open at the Disneyland Hotel, celebrating Disneyland in 1955. The overall aesthetic will be mid-century modern and will nearly double the previous club-level lounge in the Adventure Tower. A second club-level lounge will open at the Grand Californian. The new two-story space will celebrate the California Craftsman style and be located on the 5th and 6th floors overlooking the Great Hall lobby. This space should open in 2026. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/exciting-new-additions-hotels-of-disneyland-resort/ All guests of the Grand Californian will benefit from this next update. New decor will added to every guest room, including the Disney Vacation Club Villas. The new designs will feature bright colors inspired by California wildflower blooms. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/exciting-new-additions-hotels-of-disneyland-resort/ Two new suites are coming to the Pixar Place Hotel. The new suites will feature two bedrooms. The Coco Suite will have Oaxacan [Wah-Hah-Kihn]-style architecture with terracotta tiling, Mexican artisan quilted and woven pieces, a fireplace, and more. The Incredibles Suite will be a mid-century modern design with a “spy-fi” twist. A room designed by Edna Mode herself will be one of the spaces, along with a hand-scanning prop at the entryway, among other special effects. These rooms should open this summer. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/exciting-new-additions-hotels-of-disneyland-resort/ Two stores in Downtown Disney have finally opened! Disney Wonderful World of Sweets, which replaces Marceline's Confectionary opened last week. The shop is spacious and offers many of the same items as Marceline's. A new offering is the Werther's Original Caramel popcorn. There is a nod to Marceline, MO in the train display in the window. Storyland Boutique, which is in the old Wonderground location, also opened offering a ever-changing theme. Currently, the theme is “cure, cuddly, and plushy.” The store currently has create-your-own headbands, plush characters, and Pooh and Stitch merchandise. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/01/22/phenomenal-popcorn-news-theres-a-new-disney-store-selling-werthers-caramel-popcorn/#more-1003589 https://www.micechat.com/344054-disneyland-news-downtown-disney-expansion/ The Disneyland Resort will have a new President starting in March. Ken Potrock, the current President, will be moving to overseeing Disney's involvement in the 2028 Olympics. The new President, Thomas Mazloum (maz-lowm), came from Disney Cruise Line and “Signature Experiences.” – https://www.micechat.com/408393-new-disneyland-president-what-needs-to-change-under-mazloum/ https://www.micechat.com/408424-disneyland-update-takeovers-makeovers-sugar-rush/ Last Friday was Anaheim Ducks Day at the resort. There was a cavalcade, guests had the chance to ride an attraction with players, a fan zone to test your hockey skills, and more. – https://www.micechat.com/408424-disneyland-update-takeovers-makeovers-sugar-rush/ Celebrate Soulfully will be returning to the Fantasyland Theatre on February 8th and February 15th. Award-winning artists and community choirs from across Southern California will take part. The headliner is 6-time Grammy nominated, and 2-time Dove award-winning musician DOE. The second week will feature Grammy Award-nominated gospel singer Melvin Crispell, III. There are some specialty dishes at Tiana's Palace and Troubadour Tavern. – https://www.micechat.com/408424-disneyland-update-takeovers-makeovers-sugar-rush/ Two iconic engineers responsible for their work on the Matterhorn are being inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame posthumously. Karl Bacon, who passed away in 2008 at 98, and Ed Morgan, in 2009 at 93, worked for Arrow Development, the company Disney hired to work with them to create attractions for Disneyland. Karl and Ed came up with the idea of tubular steel tracks to make the attraction possible. The ceremony will be held in Washington, D.C. on May 8th. – NEWS: 2 Engineers Behind an Iconic Disney Attraction Will Be Honored at “The Greatest Celebration of American Innovation” | the disney food blog D23 Gold Members can take advantage of a deal at a local hotel. The Anaheim Hotel is offering 15% off direct bookings, which include a members-only welcome gift, two breakfast vouchers, and 23% off food and beverage at The Pizza Press, the attached restaurant. The offer is valid through December 14, 2026 to all active D23 Gold Members. – This Disneyland Hotel Is Offering an EXCLUSIVE Discount (with FREE Breakfast!) | the disney food blog SnackChat: Valentine's Day Foodie Guide – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-eats-valentines-day-foodie-guide-2025/ TriviaLand: *Warning Spoilers* https://www.livescience.com/56261-kidney-stones-roller-coaster.html Discussion Topic: Teresa and Vern's Disney Cruise – Jan 2025

A lot of sewing techniques being taught and used today came from the mind of one innovator: Helen Blanchard. She held 28 patents, most related to sewing, and she shaped the way the garment industry functioned. Research: “1854 – Walter Hunt’s Patent Model of a Sewing Machine.” Smithsonian. National Museum of American History. https://americanhistory.si.edu/collections/object/nmah_1070410 “1873 - Helen A. Blanchard's Sewing machine Patent Model (buttonhole).” Smithsonian. National Museum of American History. https://www.si.edu/object/1873-helen-blanchards-sewing-machine-patent-model-buttonhole%3Anmah_1069711 “A Woman’s Pluck.” The Portland Daily Press. Aug. 24, 1886. https://www.newspapers.com/image/875134248/?match=1&terms=%22Helen%20A.%20blanchard%22 Blanchard, Helen A. “Improvement in Sewing Machines.” USPO. Aug. 19, 1873. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/11/99/2a/c5331644eba132/US141987.pdf Blanchard, Helen A. “IMPROVEMENT IN ELASTIC GORINGS FOR SHOES.” USPO. Sept. 14, 1875. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/e4/91/7f/d5eca5e95653b8/US167732.pdf Blanchard, Helen A. “IMPROVEMENT IN ELASTIC SEAMS FOR GARMENTS.” USPO. April 13, 1875. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/22/f6/ab/176ada1cf78526/US162019.pdf Blanchard, Helen. A. “Surgical Needle.” USPO. Oct. 9, 1894. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/55/6a/29/283ec2c85e7b0d/US527263.pdf Blanchard, Helen A. “Improvement in Welted and Covered Seams.” USPO. Aug. 19, 1875. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/7b/34/59/3e6a0f48970df6/US174764.pdf Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "panic." Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Apr. 2020, https://www.britannica.com/money/panic-economics DiPhilippo, Kathryn Onos. “Window on the Past – Local Women in History: Helen Blanchard.” Portland Herald. June 24, 2020. https://www.pressherald.com/2020/06/24/window-on-the-past-6/#:~:text=Around%201881%2C%20Helen%20and%20Louise%20Blanchard%20started,own%20company%2C%20the%20Blanchard%20Overseam%20Machine%20Company. “Helen A. Blanchard has filed …” The Philadelphia Inquirer. Dec. 23, 1900. https://www.newspapers.com/image/168365258/?match=1&terms=%22Helen%20A.%20blanchard%22 “Helen Blanchard: Sewing Machine Improvements.” Lemelson-MIT. https://lemelson.mit.edu/resources/helen-blanchard “Helen Blanchard - Zig-Zag Sewing Machine.” National Inventors Hall of Fame. https://www.invent.org/inductees/helen-blanchard Herzberg, Rudolph, tr. By Upfield Green. “The Sewing machine: Its History, Construction, and Application.” London. E. & F.N. Spon. 1864. https://archive.org/details/sewingmachineit00herzgoog “Miss Helen Blanchard … “ Portland Sunday Telegraph. Dec. 3, 1899. https://www.newspapers.com/image/846596628/?match=1&terms=%22Helen%20A.%20blanchard%22 “Motor and Lumber Companies Incorporated.” Boston Evening Transcript. May 09, 1900. https://www.newspapers.com/image/735352621/?match=1&terms=%22Helen%20A.%20blanchard%22 “NO AUCTION SALE.” Portland Sunday Telegram. Jan 31, 1915. https://www.newspapers.com/image/846796566/?match=1&terms=%22Helen%20A.%20blanchard%22 “The Portland Advertiser states … “ Bangor Daily Whig and Courier. Jul. 09, 1853. https://www.newspapers.com/image/663005747/?match=1&terms=thomas%20knight%20shipyard%20fire Stanley, Autumn. “Mothers and Daughters of Invention.” Rutgers University Press. 1995. “Superior Court.” The Portland Daily Press. Dec 22, 1900. https://www.newspapers.com/image/875209480/?match=1&terms=%22Helen%20A.%20blanchard%22 Willard, Frances Elizabeth. “A Woman of the Century.” Moulton. January 1893. Accessed online: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=zXEEAAAAYAAJ&rdid=book-zXEEAAAAYAAJ&rdot=1 “Woman Inventor Was Last of an Old Time Family.” Evening Express. Jan 13, 1922. https://www.newspapers.com/image/851331069/?article=4c97fcf5-4fbc-4149-8dc4-4160e6411049 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Indiana 250 Off the Record, host Nate Feltman talks with Dr. Richard DiMarchi, Indiana University Distinguished Professor of Chemistry and Gill Chair in Biomolecular Sciences.  A distinguished scientist and entrepreneur,  Dr. DiMarchi's groundbreaking diabetes research while at Eli Lilly and Company laid the foundation for the new class of obesity drugs that today are transforming lives worldwide.  Since his retirement from Lilly, Dr. DiMarchi has co-founded six biotech companies, including MBX Biosciences which recently went public.  With more than 100 U.S. patents and numerous accolades, including an induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Dr. DiMarchi shares insights into his career journey, the impact of mentorship, the future of biotechnology, and the essential role of diversity and innovation in advancing medical research.  

The shoes you're wearing today likely were made possible by an invention from the late 19th century. But the inventor of that machine, who had little to no formal education, didn't really get to enjoy the fruits of his labor. Research: ·     “29c Jan E. Matzeliger single.” Smithsonian National Postal Museum. https://postalmuseum.si.edu/object/npm_1993.2015.160 ·     Biography.com Editors. “Jan Matzeliger Biography.” Biography.com. June 24, 2020. https://www.biography.com/inventors/jan-matzeliger ·     Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Jan Ernst Matzeliger". Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Sep. 2024, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Jan-Ernst-Matzeliger. ·     “Brockton lasters Strike.” The Daily Item. August 8, 1887. https://www.newspapers.com/image/945617821/?match=1&terms=lasters%20strike ·     Curry, Sheree R. “Jan Ernst Matzeliger Made Modern Footwear Accessible.” USA Today. Feb. 17, 2023. https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2023/02/17/jan-ernst-matzeliger-black-shoe-inventor/11154017002/ ·     “Death of Earnest Matzeliger.” The Daily Item. Aug. 26, 1889. https://www.newspapers.com/image/945605665/?match=1&terms=Matzeliger ·     “Jan Ernst Matzeliger.” National Inventors Hall of Fame. https://www.invent.org/inductees/jan-ernst-matzeliger ·     “Jan Matzlieger ‘Lasting Machine.'” Massachusetts Institute of Technology. https://lemelson.mit.edu/resources/jan-matzlieger ·     Kaplan, Sydney. “JAN EARNST MATZELIGER AND THE MAKING OF THE SHOE.” Journal of Negro History. Volume 40, Number 1. January 1955. https://doi.org/10.2307/2715446 ·     Matzeliger, J.E. “Lasting Machine.” U.S. Patent Office. March 20, 1883. https://image-ppubs.uspto.gov/dirsearch-public/print/downloadPdf/0274207 ·     “Matzeliger's Invention Changed the World.” The Daily Item. Aug. 10, 1999. https://www.newspapers.com/image/948726215/?match=1&terms=Matzeliger ·     Morgan, Stuart. “The birth of the lasting machine.” Satra. https://www.satra.com/bulletin/article.php?id=2501 ·     Smeulders, V.  (2017, May 31). Matzeliger, Jan Ernst. Oxford African American Studies Center. Retrieved 25 Nov. 2024, from https://oxfordaasc.com/view/10.1093/acref/9780195301731.001.0001/acref-9780195301731-e-74508 ·     Thompson, Ross. “The Path to Mechanized Shoe Production in the United States.” University of North Carolina Press. 2001.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan Lowe sits down with the renowned Dr. Asad Madni. Dr. Madni shares his extraordinary journey as an engineer, inventor, and entrepreneur, detailing his groundbreaking contributions to fields like digital signal processing, MEMS technology, and artificial intelligence. From revolutionizing the Naval fleet with the Transline Analyzer to advancing automotive safety with MEMS gyroscopes, Dr. Madni's innovations have left an indelible mark on modern technology. Listen in as he discusses career insights, the future of AI, and the importance of creativity, ethics, and continuous learning in engineering and beyond.     Guest Bio Dr. Asad Madni is an internationally renowned engineer, inventor, and entrepreneur. A native of India, Asad studied electronics at the RCA Institutes in New York, and then electrical engineering at UCLA, where he obtained his bachelor's and master's degrees.     He then received his PhD from California Coast University, and the senior executive program postgraduate credential from the MIT Sloan School of Management.  He quickly rose up to leadership roles in engineering and business, serving as the CEO of Systron-Donner Corporation, and CEO and President of BEI Technologies. In 2011, he began serving as a distinguished adjunct professor and distinguished scientist at UCLA.   Throughout his career, Asad has invented several devices that have had a tremendous impact on our world. He holds 28 patents and has received many prestigious honors including the 2022 Royal Academy of Engineering Prince Philip medal, the 2023 John Fritz medal, and induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2024.     Show Notes (2:13) What drew Dr. Madni to science and engineering (4:44) Art, engineering, and how they're connected (7:14) How Dr. Madni created the first standalone communications systems analyzer (12:44) When Dr. Madni realized he could make that system into reality (19:55) The gyroscope and revolutionizing the auto industry (31:21) Contributions to the Hubble Telescope from Dr. Madni (34:03) Dr. Madni's thoughts on the development of AI (44:12) Dr. Madni's path to financial success and business advice for aspiring scientists and engineers (54:22) Virtues that should be instilled into bright, young minds

I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today's and tomorrow's exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Blog Learn more about Abundance360: https://www.abundance360.com/  _____________ In this episode, Ray and Peter discuss 2025 predictions, Job loss in the coming years, and Ray's thoughts on nanotech taking over the world.    Recorded on Oct 18th, 2024 Views are my own thoughts; not Financial, Medical, or Legal Advice. 12:44 | AGI Predictions Prove Conservative 27:06 | The Future of Jobs with Robots 57:30 | The Future of Humanity: AI Evolution Ray Kurzweil is a world-class inventor, thinker, and futurist, with a thirty-five-year track record of accurate predictions. He has been a leading developer in artificial intelligence for 61 years – longer than any other living person. He was the principal inventor of the first CCD flat-bed scanner, omni-font optical character recognition, print-to-speech reading machine for the blind, text-to-speech synthesizer, music synthesizer capable of recreating the grand piano and other orchestral instruments, and commercially marketed large-vocabulary speech recognition software. Ray received a Grammy Award for outstanding achievement in music technology; he is the recipient of the National Medal of Technology, was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, and holds twenty-one honorary Doctorates. He has written five best-selling books including The Singularity Is Near and How To Create A Mind, both New York Times bestsellers, and Danielle: Chronicles of a Superheroine, winner of multiple young adult fiction awards. His new book, The Singularity Is Nearer was released on June 25th and debuted at #4 on the New York Times Best Seller list. He is a Principal Researcher and AI Visionary at Google. Read The Singularity is Nearer: https://a.co/d/gbvshG2  ____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  Get started with Fountain Life and become the CEO of your health: https://fountainlife.com/peter/ AI-powered precision diagnosis you NEED for a healthy gut: https://www.viome.com/peter  Reverse the age of your skin with OneSkin; 30% off new subscription orders with code PETER at oneskin.co/PETER Get real-time feedback on how diet impacts your health with https://join.levelshealth.com/peter/  _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots

Dr. Asad M Madni, renowned engineer and National Inventors Hall of Fame inductee shares his latest endeavors in guiding engineering education, promoting peace through engineering, and advancing emerging technologies. He discusses the importance of inspiring youth in STEM fields, the potential of AI and quantum computing, and the need for creativity and innovation in solving global challenges. Dr. Madni's insights offer valuable perspectives on the future of engineering and its role in shaping society. 00:09- About Dr. Asad M Madni Dr. Asad Madni was President, COO/CTO of BEI Technologies (1992-06).  He led the development & commercialization of intelligent sensors, systems & instrumentation including, the Control System for Hubble Space Telescope's Star Selector. He previously worked with Systron Donner for 18 years, eventually as Chairman, President & CEO. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tbcy/support

Diese Frau ist unsere persönliche Superheldin. Denn sie erschuf eine der stärksten Fasern der Welt. Durch viel Tüftelei und Überzeugungsarbeit schaffte sie es, ein hitzebeständiges, kugelsicheres und trotzdem leichtes Material zu erstellen, das heute noch in kugelsicheren Westen genutzt wird und wahrscheinlich tausenden Menschen das Leben gerettet hat. Damit ging sie nicht nur in die " National Inventors Hall of Fame", sondern auch in die Chemie-Geschichte ein. Wir finden: Sie verdient einen Platz im Marvel-Universum! Hier werden die unglaublichen Kräfte in den Kevlar Fasern erklärt: https://bit.ly/4fAeTEi Willkommen zu unserem True Science-Podcast! Wir reden über die absurden, irren, romantischen und verworrenen Geschichten hinter Entdeckungen und Erfindungen. Denn in der Wissenschaft gibt es jede Menge Gossip! Wir erzählen zum Beispiel, wie die Erfinderin des heutigen Schwangerschaftstests mit Hilfe einer Büroklammerbox den Durchbruch schaffte, oder wie eine Hollywood-Schauspielerin den Grundstein für unser heutiges WLAN legte. Immer samstags - am Science-Samstag. Wir, das sind Marie Eickhoff und Luisa Pfeiffenschneider. Wir haben Wissenschaftsjournalismus studiert und die Zeit im Labor schon immer lieber zum Quatschen genutzt. Schreibt uns: podcast@behindscience.de I Instagram: @behindscience.podcast Wir sind gelistet im Reiseführer für Wissenschaftspodcasts: https://bitly.ws/3eGBW #WissPod Hinweis: Werbespots in dieser Folge erfolgen automatisiert. Wir haben keinen Einfluss auf die Auswahl. Vermarktung: Julep Media GmbH | Grafikdesign: Mara Strieder | Sprecherin: Madeleine Sabel | Fotos: Fatima Talalini

Harriet Williams Russell Strong was quite a powerhouse of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Not only did she manage to dig herself out of an unfortunate situation when her fortunes changed at the age of 39, she was also an inventor, and an early proponent of water conservation. Research: Albertine, Susan. “Self Found in the Breaking: The Life Writings of Harriet Strong.” Biography, vol. 17, no. 2, 1994, pp. 161–86. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/23539669 Apostol, Jane. “Harriet Russell Strong: Horticulturalist, Conservationist, and Feminist.” California History, vol. 85, no. 2, 2008, pp. 50–65. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.2307/25139149 “City in the Grasp of Swirling Water.” Los Angeles Times. Feb. 19, 1914. https://www.newspapers.com/image/380229853/?match=1&terms=%E2%80%9CCity%20in%20the%20grasp%20of%20swirling%20water%E2%80%9D “Flood Subsiding; Near End.” Los Angeles Express. Feb. 21, 1914. https://www.newspapers.com/image/607900618/?terms=flood “Harriet Russell Strong.” Lemelson-MIT. https://lemelson.mit.edu/resources/harriet-russell-strong “Harriet Russell Strong.” Whittier Museum. https://whittiermuseum.org/research/harriet-russell-strong/ “Harriet W.R. Strong.” National Inventors Hall of Fame. https://www.invent.org/inductees/harriet-w-r-strong “Loss to Railroads Over Two Millions.” Los Angeles Times. Feb 22, 1914. https://www.newspapers.com/image/380231660/?terms=flood Lund, H.H. “The Successful Ranch Woman of Whittier.” Little Farms Magazine. February 1913. “A Strong Will.” U.S.P.T.O. https://www.uspto.gov/learning-and-resources/journeys-innovation/historical-stories/strong-will See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Robert S. Langer is the David H. Koch Institute Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Being one of the eight Institute Professors is the highest honor that can be awarded to a faculty member at MIT. Much of Bob's research is at the interface between materials and medicine. His lab has created nanoparticles and drug delivery systems, engineered tissues and organs for things like artificial skin for burn victims, and made organ-on-a-chip technology to help develop and test new drugs that may someday help patients. When he's not working, Bob enjoys spending time with his family, taking his kids to sporting events, lifting weights, and going on walks with his wife. He received his bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Cornell University and his Sc.D. in chemical engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Afterwards, Bob worked as a postdoctoral fellow at the Children's Hospital Boston and at Harvard Medical School. He joined the faculty at MIT in 1978. Since then, Bob has accepted more than 220 major awards and honors, including the U.S. National Medal of Science, the U.S. National Medal of Technology and Innovation (he is one of 3 living individuals to have received both these honors), the Charles Stark Draper Prize (often called the Engineering Nobel Prize), Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering, Albany Medical Center Prize, Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences, Kyoto Prize, Wolf Prize for Chemistry, Millennium Technology Prize, Priestley Medal (highest award of the American Chemical Society), Gairdner Prize, Hoover Medal, Dreyfus Prize in Chemical Sciences, BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Biomedicine, Balzan Prize, and the Dr. Paul Janssen Award. In 1998, he received the Lemelson-MIT prize, the world's largest prize for invention for being “one of history's most prolific inventors in medicine,” and he was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2006. He is an elected Fellow of the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, the National Academy of Sciences, and National Academy of Inventors, and the Royal Academy of Engineering. He has been awarded over 1,000 patents and has received 42 honorary doctorate degrees, including degrees from Harvard, Yale, Columbia, and Northwestern. In our conversation, he shares more about his life and science.

Dan Adams is a B2B innovator with over 40 years of experience in the field. He is the founder and President of The AIM Institute and the author of New Product Blueprinting: The Handbook for B2B Organic Growth. As a chemical engineer, Dan holds numerous patents and innovation awards and has been recognized by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Dan is a frequent keynote speaker and has delivered lectures at prestigious institutions—such as Wharton's Executive MBA program—and leading universities in North America and Europe. In recent years, Dan and his team at The AIM Institute have conducted extensive original research into the behaviors that drive B2B organic growth, which has helped many companies achieve profitable growth through innovation.   Today, Dan joins me to discuss the role quantitative interviews play in driving success and how Dan's company, the AIM Institute, trains business leaders to do better customer interviews. Dan outlines what he learned from his leadership research with Professor Gina O'Connor of Babson College and the four types of leaders they discovered. Dan reveals the dangers of not innovating and spiraling into commoditization. He outlines the best way to promote employees and avoid chasing short-term gains to foster a culture of future builders. Dan also shares his beliefs about the type of people leadership should promote for long-term company success.                                                                      “We're turning the sales force into a learning force, showing them how their product managers and marketing people can data mine this and look for weak signals of market interest and then know when to develop new product projects.” - Dan Adams   This week on Innovation Talks:   ●     How to optimize B2B Voice-of-Customer programs ●     How leadership styles affect product development ●     The effect of promoting leaders who are only focused on cutting costs ●     The definition of “builder mentality” and why people who think this way need to be in the C-Suite ●     How to build a customer-centric business model ●     The value of quantitative interviews ●     How to build a culture that values listening   Resources Mentioned:   ●     B2B Voice of Customer Skills Research Report (https://theaiminstitute.com/library/b2b-voice-of-customer-skills-research-report/?utm_source=&utm_medium=Direct&utm_campaign=research-reports&utm_term=b2bvocskills.com&utm_content=44531) ●     Everyday VOC (EVOC) (https://theaiminstitute.com/library/everyday-voc-evoc/?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=Direct&utm_campaign=everyday-voc&utm_term=evocpaper.com&utm_content=44895) ●     Professor Gina O' Connor (https://www.babson.edu/about/our-leaders-and-scholars/faculty-and-academic-divisions/faculty-profiles/)   Connect with Dan Adams:   ●     AIM Institute Website (https://theaiminstitute.com/) ●     Book: New Product Blueprinting: The Handbook for B2B Organic Growth by Dan Adams (https://www.amazon.com/Product-Blueprinting-Handbook-Organic-Growth/dp/0980112346) ●     Dan Adams on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danadamsataim/) ●     AIM Institute on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/advanced-industrial-marketing/)   This Podcast is brought to you by Sopheon   Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of Innovation Talks. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.   Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innovation-talks/id1555857396) | TuneIn (https://tunein.com/podcasts/Technology-Podcasts/Innovation-Talks-p1412337/) | GooglePlay (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9pbm5vdmF0aW9udGFsa3MubGlic3luLmNvbS9yc3M%3D) | Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=614195) | Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1dX5b8tWI29YbgeMwZF5Uh) | iHeart (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-innovation-talks-82985745/)   Be sure to connect with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SopheonCorp/) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/sopheon) , and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sopheon/) , and share your favorite episodes on social media to help us reach more listeners, like you.   For additional information around new product development or corporate innovation, sign up for Sopheon's newsletter where we share news and industry best practices monthly! The fastest way to do this is to go to sopheon.com (https://www.sopheon.com/) and click here (https://info.sopheon.com/subscribe) .  

Milton Bradley shaped not only the way people in the U.S. and around the globe play, but also how many kids in the U.S. were educated in their youngest years. Research: Adams, David Wallace, and Victor Edmonds. “Making Your Move: The Educational Significance of the American Board Game, 1832 to 1904.” History of Education Quarterly, vol. 17, no. 4, 1977, pp. 359–83. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.2307/367865 Bradley, M. “Game Board. U.S. Patent Office. April 3, 1866. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/21/56/40/6993536471b841/US53561.pdf “Bradley's Mechanical and Mathematical Institute … “ The Berkshire County Eagle. July 23, 1858. https://www.newspapers.com/image/532891626/?terms=%22milton%20bradley%22%20&match=1 “The Cars for Egypt.” Vermont Press. March 13, 1858. https://www.newspapers.com/image/547100306/?terms=%22milton%20bradley%22%20&match=1 “The Checkered Game of Life.” Hasbro. https://www.hasbro.com/common/documents/5b96f7161d3711ddbd0b0800200c9a66/858C69C319B9F3691003C63AB0E8078A.pdf “The Game of Life: A 2010 National Toy Hall of Fame Inductee.” The Strong National Museum of Play. https://www.museumofplay.org/blog/the-game-of-life-a-2010-national-toy-hall-of-fame-inductee/ Hastings, C.C. “Paper Cutter.” U.S. Patent Office. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/07/48/11/e31cbdcbdc7c2c/US1123190.pdf Lepore, Jill. “The Meaning of Life.” The New Yorker. May 14, 2007. https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2007/05/21/the-meaning-of-life “Milton Bradley.” National Inventors Hall of Fame. https://www.invent.org/inductees/milton-bradley Shea, James J. and Charles E. Mercer. “It's All in the Game.” New York. Putnam. 1960. Shea, James J., Jr. “The Milton Bradley Story.” New York, Newcomen Society in North America. 1973. Accessed online: https://archive.org/details/miltonbradleysto0000shea/page/n31/mode/2up “WHISKERS FOR VOTES, OR WHY ABRAHAM LINCOLN GREW A BEARD.” Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites. August 31, 2021. https://www.indianamuseum.org/blog-post/whiskers-for-votes-or-why-abraham-lincoln-grew-a-beard/#:~:text=Silly%20affection%20or%20not%2C%20later,trip%20prior%20to%20his%20inauguration See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Margaret E. Knight was an ingenious woman. She started tinkering with things when she was still just a tiny child, and the first invention that really improved the lives of those around her came about at the age of 12.  Research: “A Lady in a Machine Shop.” Woman's Journal, December 21, 1872. Accessed online: https://iiif.lib.harvard.edu/manifests/view/drs:48852547$409i Bedi, Joyce. “Margaret Knight.” Lemelson Center, Smithsonian. March 22, 2021. https://invention.si.edu/node/28532/p/609-margaret-knight Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Margaret E. Knight". Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Feb. 2024, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Margaret-E-Knight “Gained Fame as Inventor.” The Boston Globe. Oct. 13, 1914. https://www.newspapers.com/image/430883835/?terms=%22margaret%20e.%20knight%22%20&match=1 “The Inspiring Story of Margaret E. Knight.” National Inventors Hall of Fame. https://www.invent.org/blog/inventors/margaret-e-knight-paper-pag Knight, M.E. “Clasp.” U.S. Patent Office. Oct. 14, 1884. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/1d/93/e6/029e560778fcd4/US306692.pdf Knight, Margaret E. “Bag Machine.” U.S. Patent Office. July 11, 1871. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/8b/67/0a/1fa1f5f32874bc/US116842.pdf Knight, M.E. “Improvement in Paper Bag Machine.” U.S. Patent Office. Oct. 28, 1879. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/bb/4b/1a/218335d174188c/US220925.pdf Knight, M.E. “Rotary Engine.” U.S. Patent Office. January 6, 1903. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/de/9a/87/cea123cb8ba55a/US717869.pdf Knight, M.E. “Skirt Protector.” U.S. Patent Office. Aug. 7, 1883. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/3a/cc/e8/cf6943b96a868f/US282646.pdf Knight, Margaret E. “Sole Cutting Machine.” U.S Patent Office. Sept. 16, 1890. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/19/16/34/0c57840da89f4c/US436358.pdf “Margaret E. Knight, ‘Woman Edison,' Dead.” The Sun. Oct. 15, 1914. https://www.newspapers.com/image/145292345/?clipping_id=31861882 “Patent Model for Paper Bag Machine.” Smithsonian – National Museum of American History. https://www.si.edu/object/patent-model-paper-bag-machine%3Anmah_214303 “Patented By Women.” Pittsburgh Dispatch. April 10, 1892. https://www.newspapers.com/image/76571393/?terms=%22margaret%20e.%20knight%22%20&match=1 PETROSKI, HENRY. “The Evolution of the Grocery Bag.” The American Scholar, vol. 72, no. 4, 2003, pp. 99–111. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/41221195 Sisson, Mary, and Doris Simonis, ed. “Inventors and Inventions.” Marshall Cavendish. 2007. Smith, Ryan P. “Meet the Female Inventor Behind Mass-Market Paper Bags.” Smithsonian. March 15, 2018. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/meet-female-inventor-behind-mass-market-paper-bags-180968469/ “The Ames Manufacturing Company … “ Boston Evening Transcript. Oct. 17, 1873. https://www.newspapers.com/image/734890555/?terms=%22margaret%20e.%20knight%22%20&match=1 “Women As Inventors.” The Philadelphia Times. April 10, 1892. https://www.newspapers.com/image/52506300/?terms=%22margaret%20e.%20knight%22%20&match=1 “Women Who Are Inventors.” New York Times. October 19, 1913. https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1913/10/19/100654443.pdf?pdf_redirect=true&ip=0 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest is Disney Imagineer Lanny Smoot. Lanny has spent 45 years as a theatrical technology creator, inventor, electrical engineer, scientist, and researcher — with 25 of those years at The Walt Disney Company. Lanny has invented and patented many forward-looking technologies that allow The Walt Disney Company and, ultimately, the theatrical community at large to create new magic, illusions, and entertainment. With over 100 patents to his name, he is Disney's most prolific inventor. His work can be seen throughout Disney's theme parks, resorts, and cruise ships worldwide.Lanny is the recipient of many awards and honors, including three Thea Awards from the Themed Entertainment Association and was named a 2020 T-E-A Master.Lanny will be inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame® in the class of 2024, only the second person from The Walt Disney Company to achieve this honor. The first was Walt Disney.Lanny is currently featured as part of the exhibit “Breaking Barriers: Honoring Extraordinary Black Inventors” at the National Inventors Hall of Fame® Museum located in the United States Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria, Virginia.We talked with Lanny Smoot about his illustrious career, starting with his early years growing up in Brownsville, Brooklyn. Despite the challenges he faced as one of the few black students pursuing electrical engineering at Columbia University, Lanny persevered, earning both Bachelor's and Master's degrees. His journey at Disney began with groundbreaking patents that revolutionized entertainment technology, leading to his pivotal role as an Imagineer.Reflecting on his recent induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame®, Lanny humbly acknowledges the weight of following in the footsteps of Walt Disney himself. Looking ahead, he sees a future for Disney Imagineering marked by continued innovation and inclusivity, with plans to improve theme park experiences and inspire future inventors, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds.Lanny Smoot's contributions have impacted the lives of millions. His commitment to innovation continues to inspire and leave an indelible legacy for future generations.

lexander Miles (May 18, 1838 – May 7, 1918) was an African-American inventor best known for being awarded a patent for an automatically opening and closing elevator doors. He was awarded the patent, U.S. Patent 371,207, on October 11, 1887.Before automatic doors, people had to manually shut both the shaft and elevator doors before riding. Forgetting to do so led to multiple accidents as people fell down elevator shafts. When the daughter of African-American inventor Alexander Miles almost fatally fell down the shaft, he took it upon himself to develop a solution. In 1887 he took out a patent for a mechanism that automatically opens and closes elevator shaft doors and his designs are largely reflected in elevators used today.He was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2007. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentsofgrace/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentsofgrace/support

Walt Disney Imagineer Lanny Smoot was recently inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, the first Imagineer and the second person at Disney to ever receive this distinction (the first was Walt Disney). With over 25 years as a Disney Research Fellow and Walt Disney Imagineer, Lanny Smoot has filed over 106 patents (74 for Disney), including the technology that makes it possible for Madame Leota's head to float in the Haunted Mansion seance room and the exciting new HoloTile floor.   In this episode, I have the honor of chatting with Lanny about his inventions, his career at Walt Disney Imagineering, and his thoughts on becoming a part of the National Inventors Hall of Fame.   What is your favorite invention, illusion or special effect created by Walt Disney Imagineering? Tag me and join the conversation below. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationskyway Instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginationskyway Facebook Group (ImagiNation): https://www.facebook.com/groups/imaginationskyway Facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginationskyway TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@imaginationskyway  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@imaginationskyway Twitter: www.twitter.com/skywaypodcast Email: matt@imagineerpodcast.com  Get Bonus Content If you want to take your love of Imagination Skyway to the next level and help support the show, definitely consider joining us on Patreon for virtual events, bonus content and episodes, exclusive access to our private Passholder communities and more.  How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imagineerpodcasts-podcast/id1244558092 Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imagineerpodcast Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

This is the latest episode of the Chocolate News Podcast. We bring you news that discusses issues affecting the Black community.On today's show we will be discussing Byron Allen's bid for Paramount Global, Lanny Smoot being inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, another teen attack in Downtown Cincinnati, and more.Joining us today is Marvin Butts, Owner of Mr. Bubbles Detailing in Pendleton and founder of the Butts Family Foundation, and Tabatha Anderson, President of The Butts Family Foundation.To learn more about the Butts Family Foundation, go to: https://www.buttsfamilyfoundation.com/This week's episode is hosted by John Alexander Reese and Andria Carter.Originally recorded on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024.Make sure to check out the stories we talked about today on our website at www.TheCincinnatiHerald.com. You can also follow us on social media. We're on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. We also have our own YouTube channel. Just search for The Herald TV.

Pre-pod Patreon-only: Is Matt our constant? A blank minute with Flint Lawless, Palworld and AI, your parents aren't cool anymore This Episode Contains: Steven and Ben grace your ears this time 'round, having a chill time. Why are we on our best behavior when Devon's around? He's not our dad! Ben has to get dad energy sometimes when dealing with crossing guard stuff, especially when it turns into fight club. The Domingues house has been sick, so that's been really disordered. He's excited to continue to overdose on the board game Core Space (Thanks Damon!) https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/240271/core-space. Ben's sketchbooks he's been creating are now on Amazon! A Woman Holding a Weasel: Sketchbook : Da Vinci's Doodles, a Woman holding a Weasel Funny Notebook for Sketching, Drawing and Doodling: Perfect gift for art lovers with a sense ... (Size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches | 150 Blank Pages) Cats versus Sailboat: Sketchbook: Cats versus Sailboat, Wrong Turn, A Cat-Themed Notebook for Sketching, Drawing and Doodling: Perfect gift for school-age birthday (Size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches | 150 Blank Pages) Come On You Apes, You Wanna Live Forever?! The fountain of youth is… a T cell? It's Osmosis Jones meets Palworld: Scientists have discovered that T cells can be reprogrammed through genetic modifications to target and eliminate senescent cells, which accumulate in the body with age and contribute to inflammation and age-related diseases. When these modified "CAR T cells" were used to clear senescent cells from mice, the mice showed benefits like lower weight, better metabolism, and protection against conditions like obesity and diabetes. Even a single dose of CAR T cells early in life provided lifelong protection in mice. This suggests reprogrammed T cells could potentially be developed as a "living drug" treatment for aging and age-related disease that only requires one administration. The fountain of youth is ... a T cell? Reasons To Never Leave The House Again: Disney Unveils the HoloTile Floor, Inching Us Closer to a Real-Life Holodeck. Alongside announcing that Lanny Smoot will be the first Disney employee besides Walt to be inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Disney also shared one of his newest projects called the HoloTile floor, which just may be a game changer for VR and could bring us ever closer to experiencing the Holodeck from Star Trek. This floor is made up of a bunch of tiles that all work to keep people in the center of them. The HoloTile floor can do more than just let people walk on it, as it can also move objects around. In a video, we see an object being moved around the floor and an arm extending at the corner of the screen, as if they were using the Force to move an object. Disney Unveils the HoloTile Floor, Inching Us Closer to a Real-Life Holodeck - IGN Can we just stop for a bit and talk about how amazing it is that we're putting man-made structures on the moon for the first time since 1972? Japan's lunar lander landed. Mid-pod Patreon-only: Marcel the Shell With Shoes On follow-up, Droids in training at Galaxy's Edge, Droid Lightsaber Caddies Science Fiction: Did we need a mashup of Simpsons and AKIRA? No, but it's pretty awesome! BARTKIRA! http://www.bartkira.com/ Ben finished A Closed and Common Orbit, and his son knows that TRON is superior to TRON: Legacy but seriously, why do modern CGI films have trouble making amazing cinematography a la TRON: Legacy? How come modern CGI blockbusters are so sterile in their cinematography? We have some thoughts but this video sums it up: https://youtu.be/VvLk9G9XuPw?si=e3PmXJCHktxomoR8 Yo, there was a TRON 2.0 video game in 2003 and it was originally meant to be a canon sequel to the original? You can get it on Steam and on GOG: https://store.steampowered.com/app/327740/TRON_20/ https://www.gog.com/en/game/tron_20 Post-pod Patreon-only: Ben finished Star Trek Resurgence

On Tuesday's show: The trial of the Santa Fe High School shooter has been delayed again as Dimitrios Pagourtzis has been recommitted to a state hospital for mental health treatment. His capital murder trial remains on hold nearly six years after the 2018 shooting that killed ten and left 13 others injured. Also this hour: We revisit a 2018 conversation with historian Jon Meacham about his book The Soul of America, which examines some particularly trying times in our nation's history when presidents and ordinary citizens came together to overcome fear and hate. Plus, Dr. Jim Allison, a Nobel Prize-winning cancer researcher at MD Anderson, has been named to the 2024 class of The National Inventors Hall of Fame for his efforts developing immunotherapy as a cancer treatment. We hear from him and from a man whose cancer was treated with immunotherapy. And this weekend, the Houston Symphony is celebrating the centennial of George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue with a concert featuring the iconic composition and other famous Gershwin tunes.

A strong argument could be made that Ralph Teetor is responsible for what is now called autonomous driving. Blind since he was a young boy, Teetor invented cruise control in the 1940s. It was one of more than 40 patents granted to a native of Indiana who died in 1982. Inventor Ralph Teetor. Teetor will be inducted posthumously into the National Inventors Hall of Fame on May 9 in Washington, D.C. Jack Teetor, the inventor's great-nephew, is our guest this week on The Weekly Driver Podcast. Co-hosts Bruce Aldrich and James Raia discuss with Teetor the family legacy and the fascinating life of his great-uncle. Teetor has spent many years making the documentary film “Blind Logic: The Ralph R. Teetor Story.” Screenings of the film are scheduled throughout the county in the coming months. As Teetor shares, his great-uncle was remembered primarily for his invention of cruise control. But his life was remarkable in many ways. In our interview, Teetor details the circumstances of his great uncle's blindness and well as how the disability didn't stop the inventor from achieving his goals. Please join us for an intriguing episode on Ralph R. Teetor and presented by Jack Teetor. For more information about Jack or Ralph Teetor, visit: www.blindlogicproductions.com. For more information about the National Inventors Hall of Fame, visit: https://www.invent.org

Welcome to another episode of Geeks Corner! This week was an incredibly busy week full of exciting things. It started last Wednesday with an event at Walt Disney Imagineering where Lanny Smoot was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Mr. Daps also talks about the tour of Walt Disney Imagineering R&D. Along with this event, the Disneyland Resort kicked off the Lunar New Year celebration and also the first Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts' Nite. We hope you enjoy the conversation and also join it in the comments! We'll see you 'round the corner! THE WEEK IN GEEK Walt Disney Imagineer Lanny Smoot Inducted Into National Inventor Hall of Fame https://dapsmagic.com/2024/01/walt-disney-imagineer-lanny-smoot-inducted-into-national-inventors-hall-of-fame/  IndyCam #25 (video) Walt Disney's Disneyland Band Concert - A Musical Look Back in Time https://dapsmagic.com/2024/01/walt-disneys-disneyland-band-concert-a-musical-look-back-in-time/  Geeks Corner Wrexham Report Wrexham 0 - Newport County 1 Mei Lee and Ming Lee Make Appearance at Lunar New Year Celebration at Disney California Adventure https://dapsmagic.com/2024/01/mei-lee-and-ming-lee-arrive-at-disney-california-adventure-for-lunar-new-year-celebration/  Lunar New Year Entertainment Guide https://dapsmagic.com/2024/01/entertainment-guide-2024-lunar-new-year-celebration-at-disney-california-adventure/  2024 Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts' Nite Entertainment Guide https://dapsmagic.com/2024/01/2024-disneyland-after-dark-sweethearts-nite-entertainment-and-character-guide/  Indiana Jones and Marion Ravenwood Make Appearance at Disneyland https://dapsmagic.com/2024/01/indiana-jones-marion-ravenwood-make-appearance-at-disneyland/  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geeks/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geeks/support

This week, recent permits give a glimpse of what is coming to the resort, early access changes, scaffolding is everywhere, the Haunted Mansion queue is unrecognizable, we talk about the unofficial events for 2024, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: There is a lot going on at the Disneyland Resort if recent permits are any indication. The biggest change will be new entrance turnstiles at both parks listed as “automatic guest entry gates, fixed manual gates, removable railings and new overhead shrouds.” These could be similar to the ones in Disneyland Paris. There is also a permit for replacing the pipes running to the geyser at Grizzly River Run. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/01/19/disney-files-permits-for-4-8-million-refurbishment-project/ https://www.micechat.com/377840-disneyland-update-new-gates-dragons-haunted-mansion-happenings/ A friendly reminder that early entry has changed for Disneyland as of January 20th. Guests will now have 30 minute early access to either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure depending on the day, and not have access to both on the same day, Also, not every attraction will be available during this time. Check the link in our show notes for all the details. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/01/17/disneylands-early-entry-policy-is-about-to-change/ The left side of the entrance to Disneyland is under a lot of scaffolding at the moment. The City Hall complex that includes the fire department and restrooms, along with the Lost and Found, lockers, and restrooms in the esplanade are all getting refurbished. They are not the only places in the parks as The Mark Twain, Astro Orbiter, Stage Door Cafe, Hyperion Theater, Grizzly Peak Facilities and Grizzly River Run, and finally the Grand Californian Hotel lobby are all seeing updates. – https://www.micechat.com/377840-disneyland-update-new-gates-dragons-haunted-mansion-happenings/ Construction on the Haunted Mansion extended queue is in full swing at Disneyland. The switchback behind the pet cemetery has been completely leveled to make way for updates. Work has yet to begin on the new carriage house at the exit of the attraction. – https://www.micechat.com/377840-disneyland-update-new-gates-dragons-haunted-mansion-happenings/ Some updates have been installed for the projections on Sleeping Beauty Castle. New projectors in larger decorative housings have been installed. The new housings are much larger than the previous ones and are more noticeable. – https://www.micechat.com/377840-disneyland-update-new-gates-dragons-haunted-mansion-happenings/ For the 2024 Lunar New Year celebration, there are some changes to the Sip and Savor passes. This year guests can get a scannable pass that they can use along with a 4-digit code at the marketplaces to use the pass. – https://www.laughingplace.com/w/disney-parks/disneyland-resort-scannable-sip-and-savor-lunar-new-year/ With Lunar New Year starting soon, there is a new meet and greet coming to the event. Meilin Lee and her mom, Ming Lee, from Turning Red will be greeting guests throughout the festival from January 23rd to February 18th. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/01/19/disney-announces-new-character-meet-and-greet-coming-soon/ https://dlnewstoday.com/2024/01/photos-video-new-turning-red-meilin-ming-lee-meet-and-greet-for-lunar-new-year-at-disney-california-adventure/ Characters and entertainment released for Sweethearts Night – https://dlnewstoday.com/2024/01/entertainment-and-characters-revealed-for-disneyland-after-dark-sweethearts-nite-2024/ The Disney Parks Blog has revealed some information on the changes coming to dining in Downtown Disney. The biggest news for us is the TWO STORY location for Earl of Sandwich coming in the future! Paseo and Centrico are adding a third option – Tiendita will open later this Spring. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/01/parkside-market-first-look-earl-of-sandwich-news-and-more-coming-to-downtown-disney-district/?CMP=SOC-DPFY24Q2wo0118240025A If you are a hockey fan, or just a fan of the 90's classic The Mighty Ducks, then you should head to Disneyland on February 22nd and 23rd. Anaheim Ducks Days features cavalcades, activities and entertainment like meet and greets, special food offerings, and of course merch! – https://www.micechat.com/377749-disneyland-anaheim-ducks-day/ With Valentine's Day coming up soon and Disneyland After Dark Sweethearts Nite coming, there is a new popcorn bucket to celebrate. The new Polka Dot Valentine Mickey-shaped Balloon Bucket features Mickey and Minnie kissing on the side of a pink bucket in the shape of a Mickey Balloon. You can pick one up yourself for just $18.75. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/01/21/disneys-new-popcorn-bucket-is-here-and-its-already-super-popular/ We all know that Imagineers are amazing, creative individuals. Recently, Lanny Smoot, a Disney Research Fellow and Imagineer was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Lanny is only the second person from The Walt Disney Company – the first being Walt Disney himself! – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/01/disney-imagineer-first-since-walt-to-receive-this-honor/ Snack Chat: Valentines Day foodie guide – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/01/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-valentines-day-2024/ Discussion Topic: Non-Disney Events Gumball Rally – https://www.micechat.com/376686-gumball-rally-2024-details/ Villains Day – https://www.facebook.com/VillainsDay/ Dapper Days – https://dapperday.com/ Disneyana – https://disneyanafanclub.weebly.com/dfc_expo.html Nurses Day – https://nursesdayatthepark.com/ Bats Day – http://www.batsday.net/

Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney. A lot of Disney News dropped while we were away including the launch of the incredible Electrical Sky Parade over in Disneyland Paris. Plus, Imagineer Lanny Smoot was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame and showed off his latest invention, the Hallow Tile Floor.  We speculate how Disney plans to use it. We're back from our 10K and 1/2 marathon races in Disneyland, and we're so ready to spill the tea about our first race on the west coast. When we registered for this race, we assumed RunDisney would run it (pun intended) the exact same way as the Disney World races, but boy were we wrong! We talk about why that is, what we really enjoyed about Disneyland, and what we missed about the larger Disney World races. Plus, we reveal the most important answer to the most important question IMHO, "What characters were there?"    Submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode. Don't forget to check us out on: -Instagram -Facebook  -Youtube Missing the smell of the parks? Check out Magic Candle Company and use code Enchanted at checkout to save 15% off your next order.

Rini Paiva, executive vice president of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, joins Dave to discuss the common traits inventors share, the importance of honoring their work, and how they're inspiring future innovators.

Episode #104 of the Last Call Trivia Podcast begins with a round of general knowledge questions. Then, we're building ourselves up with a round of Tools & Construction Trivia!Round OneThe game begins with an Animals Trivia question about the animal that employs the organic compound thiol as its main defense mechanism.Next, we have a Words Trivia question that asks the Team to name a word based on its definition as given by the U.N.The first round concludes with an Advertising Trivia question about the spokeswoman for a popular household cleaning product.Bonus QuestionToday's Bonus Question is a follow-up to the Advertising Trivia question from the first round.Round TwoGet ready to show off all that knowledge you've built up because today's theme round is about Tools & Construction Trivia!The second round begins with a People Trivia question that asks the Team to identify the blacksmith and company founder who is in the National Inventors Hall of Fame for developing the first successful self-scouring steel plow.Next, we have a Names Trivia question about the common surname that refers to a specific type of craftsman.Round Two concludes with a Companies Trivia question about the manufacturer of power tools and home improvement products that was founded in 1910.Final QuestionWe've reached the Final Question of the game, and today's category of choice is Candy. Prepare your sweet tooth!The Trivia Team is asked to identify four different two-word movie theater candy names given the clues for each word.To learn more about how Last Call Trivia can level up your events, visit lastcalltrivia.com/shop today!

When we say "music can bring us together," we usually mean it bridges divides and builds communities. But a new study finds that, biologically speaking, music really can bring people together. Plus: today in Washington, DC, it's the induction ceremony for the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Classical music synchronises the audience's heartbeats and sweating (New Scientist)  National Inventors Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony  Let's sync our efforts together and back this show on Patreon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coolweirdawesome/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coolweirdawesome/support

How can engineering become more inclusive for disabled and neurodivergent people? And what are the engineering innovations that might make the workplace more accessible in the future? Lara Suzuki and Vint Cerf share their experiences and insights.Larissa Suzuki is a computer scientist, inventor, Chartered Engineer, and entrepreneur, who works with Google, NASA, UCL and the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering among many others. She's neurodivergent (Autism and ADHD).Vinton Cerf is considered one of the ‘fathers of the Internet', and has been inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. In 2005, Cerf became Vice President and Chief Internet Evangelist for Google. He's hearing impaired.Follow @QEPrize on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for more info.New episodes - conversations about how to rebuild the world better - every other Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of ACM ByteCast, Rashmi Mohan hosts 2015 ACM A.M. Turing Award laureates Whitfield Diffie and Martin Hellman. As joint creators of the Diffie-Hellman key exchange, they introduced the world to the transformative idea of public key cryptography, the underpinning of every secure transaction on the internet today. Whitfield has spent a large portion of his career as a security practitioner, including roles at Northern Telecom and Sun Microsystems. He is an elected Foreign Member of the Royal Society and a recipient of numerous other awards and accolades in computing. He's currently a consulting scholar at the Center for International Security and Cooperation at Stanford University. Martin is a Professor Emeritus of Electrical Engineering at Stanford University. He's also a recipient of the RSA Lifetime Achievement Award, among many other recognitions. Both have received the Marconi Prize and have been inducted into the National Cybersecurity Hall of Fame and the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Whitfield and Martin share their individual journeys to computer science and cryptography, which were shaped both by personal interests and the geopolitical realities of the time. They also describe how they met and developed a rapport with each other as researchers. They share their “aha moment” in public key cryptography and how the internet  catapulted commercial cryptography in the 1990s. They also share their thoughts on computing privacy, national security, and quantum computing and its implications for both Diffie-Hellman and RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman) cryptosystems. They touch on end-to-end encryption and the field of technology in the next five years. Along the way, they share colorful details from their early years and share advice for young people aspiring to get into computing

Innovation has been a hallmark of the United States since the founding of our nation. Through their vision, trial and error, tenacity and commitment, creators and their inventions have helped shape the way we approach every aspect of our lives. In this episode, the team speaks with experts from the National Inventors Hall of Fame as we honor the innovators who seek to improve our world.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Adams is a B2B innovator with over 40 years of experience in the field. He is the founder and President of The AIM Institute and the author of New Product Blueprinting: The Handbook for B2B Organic Growth. As a chemical engineer, Dan holds numerous patents and innovation awards and has been recognized by the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Dan is a frequent keynote speaker and has delivered lectures at prestigious institutions—such as Wharton's Executive MBA program—and leading universities in North America and Europe. In recent years, Dan and his team at The AIM Institute have conducted extensive original research into the behaviors that drive B2B organic growth, which has helped many companies achieve profitable growth through innovation. Today, Dan joins me to discuss the role quantitative interviews play in driving success and how Dan's company, the AIM Institute, trains business leaders to do better customer interviews. Dan outlines what he learned from his leadership research with Professor Gina O'Connor of Babson College and the four types of leaders they discovered. Dan reveals the dangers of not innovating and spiraling into commoditization. He outlines the best way to promote employees and avoid chasing short-term gains to foster a culture of future builders. Dan also shares his beliefs about the type of people leadership should promote for long-term company success.                                                                    “We're turning the sales force into a learning force, showing them how their product managers and marketing people can data mine this and look for weak signals of market interest and then know when to develop new product projects.” - Dan Adams This week on Innovation Talks: ●     How to optimize B2B Voice-of-Customer programs●     How leadership styles affect product development●     The effect of promoting leaders who are only focused on cutting costs●     The definition of “builder mentality” and why people who think this way need to be in the C-Suite●     How to build a customer-centric business model●     The value of quantitative interviews●     How to build a culture that values listening Resources Mentioned: ●     B2B Voice of Customer Skills Research Report●     Everyday VOC (EVOC)●     Professor Gina O' Connor Connect with Dan Adams: ●     AIM Institute Website ●     Book: New Product Blueprinting: The Handbook for B2B Organic Growth by Dan Adams●     Dan Adams on LinkedIn●     AIM Institute on LinkedIn This Podcast is brought to you by Sopheon Thanks for tuning into this week's episode of Innovation Talks. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | GooglePlay | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, and share your favorite episodes on social media to help us reach more listeners, like you. For additional information around new product development or corporate innovation, sign up for Sopheon's newsletter where we share news and industry best practices monthly! The fastest way to do this is to go to sopheon.com and click here. 

Welcome to March 8th, 2023 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate our 33rd State and great women in history. Today is National Oregon Day, so let's celebrate the 33rd state by sharing fun facts about this beautiful place. Marlo, did you know that Oregon residents own one quarter of the entire country's Llama population? Or how about this? Springfield, Oregon is the real life inspiration for the Simpson's hometown! Matt Groening, the Simpson's creator, is from Portland, Oregon and many of the Simpson's characters are named for Portland streets such as Flanders. Here's a good one; Portland was named by a coin flip! You can even see the coin at the Oregon Historical Society. On National Oregon Day, we salute The Beaver State. Not all women are famous for both beauty and brains but Austrian born, Heddy Lamar had both. While Hollywood honored her film career with a star on the Walk of Fame in 1960, she was also known for her work as an inventor. At the start of World War II Heddy and composer George Antheil developed a radio guidance system that armed Allied torpedoes with anti jamming capability. The principles of their work were eventually used in creating GPS and Bluetooth technology, and Lamar was later inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2014. On International Women's Day, we honor women around the world who make their mark by making history right where they stand.  I'm Anna Devere and I'm Marlo Anderson. Thanks for joining us as we Celebrate Every Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best friends from their time at The Kimberley School, Polly Smith '67 and Lisa Lindahl '67, now members of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, paved the way for women in the sporting goods industry. Hear about the invention of the “Jogbra” and how a prototype from two men's jockstraps launched the first women-owned business in sporting goods. Learn about the importance of timing. As the United States was going through the Vietnam War and experiencing its second wave of feminism, the sport of running exploded, and two women saw a need and an opportunity.  Explore how a seven-time Emmy-winning costume designer who worked for the Jim Henson company for over 25 years can't watch her beloved show any longer. 

Henry E. Baker (1857 – 1928) compiled the first list of African American patent holders. Baker's list was used by leaders of the Civil Rights movement at the time as evidence that Black Americans were inventive, creative, and contributing to the nation's advancement. Rebekah Oakes, acting historian with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and Rini Paiva, executive vice president at the National Inventors Hall of Fame, joined Ray to talk about inventors on the list from Ohio.

Henry E. Baker (1857 – 1928) compiled the first list of African American patent holders. Baker's list was used by leaders of the Civil Rights movement at the time as evidence that Black Americans were inventive, creative, and contributing to the nation's advancement. Rebekah Oakes, acting historian with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and Rini Paiva, executive vice president at the National Inventors Hall of Fame, joined Ray to talk about inventors on the list from Ohio.

Hedy Lamarr was an Austrian-American Hollywood Actress from the Golden Age of cinema, yet was a technological pioneer. She began her acting career in her native Austria before emigrating to the United States in the 1930s. She appeared in numerous films throughout the 1930s and 1940s, including the controversial film "Ecstasy". Lamarr was also known for her beauty, and was voted the "most beautiful woman in films" by the Hollywood Film Industry Guild in 1940. In addition to her acting career, Lamarr was also an inventor. During World War II, she and composer George Antheil developed a secret communication system to help the Allies fight the Nazis. Their invention, a frequency-hopping system, used a piano roll to randomly change the radio frequencies of torpedoes, making them harder to detect and jam. The technology was ahead of its time and was not used during the war, but it forms the basis of modern wireless communication technologies such as Bluetooth and WiFi. In 2014, Lamarr and Antheil were posthumously inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. But that's not all, tune in now to hear the full story of the amazing, Hedy Lamarr. - History For Weirdos Feature! Thank you for listening Weirdos! Show the podcast some love by rating, reviewing, subscribing and sharing it today. Your support means so much to us. Let's stay in touch

Anita pretty much stopped wearing bras in the pandemic, and she's likely not going back. But she knows that for many, a good bra is clutch for daily comfort. She traces the surprising history and technology of the brassiere with the inventor of the sports bra and an expert who consulted with the Army on their first-ever tactical bra. Then she meets two people whose bra stories bump up against how we define and redefine gender and social norms for ourselves and others. Meet the guests: Lisa Lindahl, an author and entrepreneur, tells the story behind the invention of the sports bra Jené Luciana Sena, a bra expert, author and host of the podcast "Visible Panty Lines," explains the technicalities of bra fit and shares her work collaborating with the Army on their first-ever tactical bra Destiny Liley, a freelance content creator, talks about the challenges of being a larger-chested person and her thoughts on bralessness Ren Gutierrez, a first-generation Latine advocate for queer and trans mental health, reflects on going through his bra collection in the weeks before getting top surgery Read the transcript | Review the podcast Follow Embodied on Twitter and Instagram Show Resources: The origins and evolution of the bra Behind the invention of the sports bra, via the National Inventors Hall of Fame

There is one woman in particular who normally gets the credit for inventing the dish washer. But there were other inventors trying to come up with ways to automatically take care of kitchen clean up both before and after Josephine Cochran. Research: Bellis, Mary. "Josephine Cochran and the Invention of the Dishwasher." ThoughtCo, Aug. 28, 2020, thoughtco.com/josephine-cochran-dishwasher-4071171. Houghton, Joel. “IMPROVEMENT IN MACHINES FOR WASHING TABLE FURNITURE.” United States Patent Office. May 14, 1850. https://todayinsci.com/Events/Patent/DishwashingMachine7365.htm Cochran, J.G. “Dish Washing Machine.” U.S. Patent Office. Dec. 28, 1886. https://patents.google.com/patent/US355139 Fenster, Julie M. “The Woman Who Invented the Dish Washer.” Invention & Technology. Fall 1999. Volume 15, Issue 2. https://www.inventionandtech.com/content/woman-who-invented-dishwasher-1 “Restoring History: Family Purchases Home of Dishwasher Inventor Josephine Cochrane and Pledges to Return it to its Former Glory.” Whirlpool. July 30, 2020. https://www.whirlpoolcorp.com/restoring-history-dishwasher-inventor-josephine-cochrane/ Eschner, Kat. “This Time-Saving Patent Paved the Way for the Modern Dishwasher.” Smithsonian. Dec. 28, 2017. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/time-saving-patent-paved-way-modern-dishwasher-180967656/ Ram, Jocelyn, et al. “I'll Do It Myself.” United States Patent and Trademark Office. https://www.uspto.gov/learning-and-resources/journeys-innovation/historical-stories/ill-do-it-myself “Josephine Garis Cochran.” National Inventors Hall of Fame. 2006. https://www.invent.org/inductees/josephine-garis-cochran Smyser, Sue. “Woman's Quest to Save Good China Leads to Invention of Dishwasher.” Journal Gazette (Mattoon, Illinois). March 13, 2002. https://www.newspapers.com/image/84706698/?terms=Garis-Cochran&match=1 “Mrs. Cochran, Who Has Won Success as an Inventor.” The Dispatch (Moline, Illinois). Nov. 16, 1895. https://www.newspapers.com/image/?clipping_id=55415779&fcfToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJmcmVlLXZpZXctaWQiOjMzODYyNTg5OCwiaWF0IjoxNjU5OTY3OTUzLCJleHAiOjE2NjAwNTQzNTN9.a3m-ZQ4f6PFlFUG8ibS-p2qBxNpg0C9Z2gEwg1t5lOU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Iowa County; https://bit.ly/3upz4fDThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda! Find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: Is there anyone more iconic and pivotal for the music industry than Les Paul? Or more famous from Waukesha, Wisconsin than Les Paul? Hmm, we think not. Les Paul is the only person who is in both the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the National Inventors Hall of Fame! Not only was he an incredible musician, but he was also the inventor of the solid body electric guitar, and shaped how we play and hear music today. Waukesha is not only his home town, but also his final resting place, and therefore the city has decorated so much of their downtown to honor his legacy. In this episode we sit down with Sue and Michael from the Les Paul Foundation to talk to us about Les Paul in better detail and share some stories of this iconic man! Learn more about the Les Paul Foundation here; https://www.les-paul.com/Check out our Know Your Wisconsin feature on Les Paul and Gibson Guitar's here: https://youtu.be/wNAPCvaYWSsThis Week's Wisconsin Treasure is sponsored by BetterHelp and you get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/cabinpod!This week we are featuring Christiana Trapani and Door County Candle Company for their fundraising efforts for Razom for Ukraine!Shop Discover Wisconsin; Check out the Cabin Podcast merch and use code “CABIN” for a discount at; https://bit.ly/3PEtnFNSt. Germain; With the summer months winding down make sure to check out our list of must-see and must-experience events in St. Germain; https://bit.ly/3mxb5XFMarshfield Clinic; All of Us Research Program; https://bit.ly/3klM56EKnow Your Wisconsin: Beer Distributors: Role and Impact; https://bit.ly/3bIG6sn

The development of the zipper was oddly arduous, with many fastener versions tried out before the zipper we know today and have on our clothes, handbags, and luggage was finally figured out.  Research: Friedel, Robert. “Zipper: an Exploration in Novelty.” W.W. Norton. 1994. Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "zipper". Encyclopedia Britannica, 21 Apr. 2020, https://www.britannica.com/art/zipper Johnson, Ian. “Zipper anniversary: 10 bits of trivia to impress the pants off you.” CBC News. April 29, 2013. https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/zipper-anniversary-10-bits-of-trivia-to-impress-the-pants-off-you-1.1305202 Lewis, Danny. “One Japanese Company Makes Half of the World's Zippers.” Smithsonian. Sept 3, 2015. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/one-japanese-company-makes-half-worlds-zippers-180956482/ “Gideon Sundback.” National Inventors Hall of Fame. https://www.invent.org/inductees/gideon-sundback Bauman, Richard. “The Ups and Downs of Success.” Fremont Tribune. Nov. 20, 2006. https://www.newspapers.com/image/550483507/?terms=whitcomb%20judson&match=1 “Gideon Sundback celebrated in a Google doodle.” The Guardian. April 23, 2012. https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2012/apr/24/gideon-sundback-celebrated-google-doodle “Whitcomb Judson.” Lemelson MIT. https://lemelson.mit.edu/resources/whitcomb-judson “Zipper's Evolution Slow, Shaky.” Spokane Chronicle. March 16, 1978. https://www.newspapers.com/image/578438126/ Altrowitz, Abe. “The Zipper was ‘Born' and Raised Here.” The Minneapolis Star. June 12, 1973. https://www.newspapers.com/image/190250601/?terms=whitcomb%20judson&match=1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of "Making Waves at C-Level", Thom talks to James Howard, the founder of the Black Inventors Hall of Fame. They talk about his new documentary, "Black Inventors Got Game", race, and success.   About James Howard James Howard is a, lecturer, design historian, industrial designer/inventor of some 300 products with 18 patents. He is currently the owner/operator of Entrepreneurial U, a specialty private career school of Design Thinking. One of his courses, “Bridge” Exploring New Career Pathways, takes students through the problem solving processes: problem/necessity, solution, and execution and leads them to new career pathways and job opportunities. While teaching for more twenty years at The County College of Morris in New Jersey, Professor Howard was an owner/operator of the award-winning firm Howard Design., an industrial design practices whose clients included Coca-Cola, Colgate Palmolive, Johnson & Johnson, Nabisco, Pfizer and the CIA (Central Intelligence Agency). The New Jersey based company was one of the longest running and most profitable minority owned design firms in the country James Howard serves as Executive Director of THE BLACK INVENTORS HALL OF FAME, (www.BIHOF.org) a virtual museum), devoted to immortalizing African Americans whose noteworthy inventions have improved lives yet gone unnoticed. James also serves on the Board of Directors for the Unites States Intellectual Property Alliance, and he is presently assisting the National Inventors Hall of Fame curate their very first Black Inventors exhibit, to be open to the public in the fall of 2021. For four years James has served as a Subject matter expert on Design thinking for the Keller Innovation Center at Princeton University. He is also a visiting lecturer for the University of Texas Center for Integrated Design, James earned a Master and Bachelor of Fine Arts -Industrial Design at University of Illinois, Urbana, IL. James was recently awarded Honorary member of the National Academy Of Inventors. Contact James at JHoward@bihof.org https://bihof.org https://thomsinger.com/podcast/black-inventors-got-game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Allisa Song, a medical student and the CEO and co-founder of Nanodropper, discusses the inception of the device, how it can benefit the eye care industry and more. Intro :38 Welcome to another episode of Eye Care insider :52 About Allisa Song 1:01 I want to hear your story about the history about the Nanodropper – how you came to this idea; what problem you were trying to solve; and how you got here? 2:02 What are the major advantages of your product? Why doesn't our standard bottle function properly like that? 5:06 Can this go on every eyedrop bottle? 6:49 Is there any sort of data that we can look at that shows how much volume of the prescription is saved? 7:51 Can you talk to me about how industry has taken this? What is your take on how they feel about your product? 12:15 How are you distributing your product to the consumers and to the masses? What are your channels to get the product out there? 15:36 What do you think the future holds for Nanodropper? Where do you see this going in the next 3 to 5 years? 17:04 Is there any information that you can provide to our listeners can go to and learn more about your story? 18:23 Congratulations again Allisa 19:03 You'll be graduating from medical school pretty soon? 19:15 Any final words to our listeners? 19:50 Outro 20:26   Allisa Song, is a Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine medical student and the CEO and co-founder of Nanodropper. Song is a serial entrepreneur and inventor with a background in Clean Tech, neuroscience, and harm reduction. In addition to her proven track record of successful fundraising, she has led her teams to dozens of business and design awards, including her most recent USPTO Collegiate Inventor medal awarded by the National Inventors Hall of Fame.  We'd love to hear from you! Send your comments/questions to Dr. Mali at eyecareinsider@healio.com. Follow us on Twitter @Healio_OSN. Song can be reached at support@nanodropper.com.   Disclosures: Mali reports he is founder and CEO of Mali Enterprises; retina medical director at Macular Degeneration Association; grant/research support from Alimera Sciences, Allergan/AbbVie, Chengdu Kanghong Biotechnology, Genentech, Notal Vision, Regeneron and Santen; consulting for Alimera Sciences, Allergan/AbbVie, Eyepoint Pharmaceuticals, Genentech, Kala Pharmaceuticals, Macular Degeneration Association, Notal Vision, Novartis, Regeneron and Sun Pharmaceuticals; speaker bureau for Alimera Sciences, Genentech, Kala Pharmaceuticals, Macular Degeneration Association, Notal Vision, Novartis and Sun Pharmaceuticals; and stock/shareholder with AbbVie and Regeneron. Song is the CEO and co-founder of Nanodropper and serves as an advisor for Bedo Solutions.

Camp Invention, a nationally recognized nonprofit summer enrichment program for children in kindergarten through sixth grade, is coming to Copperfield Elementary in Converse the week of July 11-15. A program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Camp Invention challenges children to tap into their natural curiosity and use their creativity to solve problems. Through hands-on activities, Camp Invention promotes STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) learning; builds confidence, leadership, perseverance, and resourcefulness; and encourages entrepreneurship — all in a fun and engaging environment. For more information or to register,...Article Link

As promised, part two covers dental chairs and amalgams, as well as support careers in dental medicine, and a bit about orthodontics. Research: Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Shamash". Encyclopedia Britannica, 4 Mar. 2020, https://www.britannica.com/topic/Shamash Hand, Greg. “IDA GRAY WAS A PIONEERING CINCINNATI DENTIST WHO EARNED NATIONAL FAME.” Cincinnati Magazine. Feb. 15, 2022. https://www.cincinnatimagazine.com/article/ida-gray-was-a-pioneering-cincinnati-dentist-who-earned-national-fame/ Hallmann-Mikołajczak A. Papirus Ebersa. Ksiega wiedzy medycznej egipcjan z XVI w P.N.E [Ebers Papyrus. The book of medical knowledge of the 16th century B.C. Egyptians]. Arch Hist Filoz Med. 2004;67(1):5-14. Polish. PMID: 15586450. Lorenzi, Rosella. “Bad teeth tormented ancient Egyptians.” NBC News. Dec. 3, 2009. https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna34258529 Faulkner, Raymond Oliver and Dorman, Peter F.. "Ramses II". Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Mar. 2021, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ramses-II-king-of-Egypt Jones, Colin. “Pulling Teeth in Eighteenth-Century Paris.” Past & Present, no. 166, 2000, pp. 100–45, http://www.jstor.org/stable/651296. Accessed 26 Apr. 2022. Forshaw, Roger. (2013). Hesyre: The First Recorded Physician and Dental Surgeon in History. Bulletin of the John Rylands Library. 89. 181-202. 10.7227/BJRL.89.S.10. PROSKAUER, CURT. “The Two Earliest Dentistry Woodcuts.” Journal of the History of Medicine and Allied Sciences, vol. 1, no. 1, 1946, pp. 71–86, http://www.jstor.org/stable/24619536 Riddell, William Renwick. “Teeth in Olden Times.” The Public Health Journal, vol. 16, no. 2, 1925, pp. 51–65, http://www.jstor.org/stable/41973265 “The Story of Flouridation.” National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/fluoride/the-story-of-fluoridation Jain, Shruti, and Hemant Jain. “Legendary Hero: Dr. G.V. Black (1836-1915).” Journal of clinical and diagnostic research : JCDR vol. 11,5 (2017): ZB01-ZB04. doi:10.7860/JCDR/2017/17462.9813 Peck, Sheldon. “A Biographical Portrait of Edward Hartley Angle, the First Specialist in Orthodontics, Part 1.” Angle Orthodontist, Vol 79, No 6, 2009. https://watermark.silverchair.com/021009-93_1.pdf Einhorn, Alfred. “ALKAMIN ESTERS OF PARA-AMNOEBENZOC ACID.” U.S. Patent Office. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/3b/3d/29/66b6b947ec1e06/US812554.pdf Dummett, Clifton O. “A HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE OF THIRTEEN UNHERALDED CONTRIBUTORS TO MEDICODENTAL PROGRESS.” JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, VOL. 81, NO. 3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2571621/pdf/jnma00264-0103.pdf Montalbano, M.J., Sharma, A., Oskouian, R.J. et al. The ancient Syrian physician Archigenes and his contributions to neurology and neuroanatomy. Childs Nerv Syst 33, 1419–1420 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-016-3191-2 Etter, William M. Ph.D. “False Teeth.” George Washington's Mount Vernon. https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/false-teeth/#:~:text=Contrary%20to%20later%20legend%2C%20none,to%20Washington's%20remaining%20real%20teeth. Hyson JM Jr. “History of the toothbrush.” Journal of the History of Dentistry. 2003 Jul;51(2):73-80. Wynbrandt, James. “The Excruciating History of Dentistry.”  St. Martin's Griffin. 2000. Reinberg, Steven. “Even Before Pandemic, One-Third of U.S. Adults Went Without Dental Care.” U.S. News and World Report. July 9, 2021. https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2021-07-09/even-before-pandemic-one-third-of-us-adults-went-without-dental-care Sheridan, P G. “NIDR--40 years of research advances in dental health.” Public health reports (Washington, D.C. : 1974) vol. 103,5 (1988): 493-9. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3140276/#:~:text=The%20National%20Institute%20of%20Dental,training%20to%20improve%20oral%20health. “Law Regulating the Practice of Dentistry in Alabama.” https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/81bf/51ebbc6c544da12b436c1154eb62ebeaa488.pdf “Josiah Flagg, Surgeon Dentist.” Massachusetts Historical Society. https://www.masshist.org/database/177 “Jan Steen – The Tooth-puller.” Mauritshuis. https://www.mauritshuis.nl/en/our-collection/artworks/165-the-tooth-puller/ “Alfred Einhorn.” National Inventors Hall of Fame. https://www.invent.org/inductees/alfred-einhorn Strack, Joseph Gordon. “Rx for Living: Dr. H.T. Dean – Public Health Officer.” TIC. January 1950. http://www.nobilium.com/skin/frontend/ultimo/default/pdf/tic1950jan_small.pdf Gallagher, Jennifer E. and Lynn Hutchinson. “Analysis of human resources for oral health globally: inequitable distribution.” International Dental Journal. Volume 68, Issue 3. 2018. Pages 183-189. https://doi.org/10.1111/idj.12349. “Oral health.” World Health Organization. March 15, 2022. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/oral-health ADA Library/Archives staff. “HISTORY OF DENTISTRY TIMELINE.” ARCHIVES OF THE AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION. https://www.mouthhealthy.org/~/media/ADA/Education%20and%20Careers/Files/dental_history.pdf See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This first episode covers the earliest ways humans cared for their teeth, including the belief that demons might have something to do with tooth decay. We move all the way up to the 18th century, as dentistry became a profession in the U.S., including a surprising early practitioner. Research: Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Shamash". Encyclopedia Britannica, 4 Mar. 2020, https://www.britannica.com/topic/Shamash Hand, Greg. “IDA GRAY WAS A PIONEERING CINCINNATI DENTIST WHO EARNED NATIONAL FAME.” Cincinnati Magazine. Feb. 15, 2022. https://www.cincinnatimagazine.com/article/ida-gray-was-a-pioneering-cincinnati-dentist-who-earned-national-fame/ Hallmann-Mikołajczak A. Papirus Ebersa. Ksiega wiedzy medycznej egipcjan z XVI w P.N.E [Ebers Papyrus. The book of medical knowledge of the 16th century B.C. Egyptians]. Arch Hist Filoz Med. 2004;67(1):5-14. Polish. PMID: 15586450. Lorenzi, Rosella. “Bad teeth tormented ancient Egyptians.” NBC News. Dec. 3, 2009. https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna34258529 Faulkner, Raymond Oliver and Dorman, Peter F.. "Ramses II". Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Mar. 2021, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ramses-II-king-of-Egypt Jones, Colin. “Pulling Teeth in Eighteenth-Century Paris.” Past & Present, no. 166, 2000, pp. 100–45, http://www.jstor.org/stable/651296. Accessed 26 Apr. 2022. Forshaw, Roger. (2013). Hesyre: The First Recorded Physician and Dental Surgeon in History. Bulletin of the John Rylands Library. 89. 181-202. 10.7227/BJRL.89.S.10. PROSKAUER, CURT. “The Two Earliest Dentistry Woodcuts.” Journal of the History of Medicine and Allied Sciences, vol. 1, no. 1, 1946, pp. 71–86, http://www.jstor.org/stable/24619536 Riddell, William Renwick. “Teeth in Olden Times.” The Public Health Journal, vol. 16, no. 2, 1925, pp. 51–65, http://www.jstor.org/stable/41973265 “The Story of Flouridation.” National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/fluoride/the-story-of-fluoridation Jain, Shruti, and Hemant Jain. “Legendary Hero: Dr. G.V. Black (1836-1915).” Journal of clinical and diagnostic research : JCDR vol. 11,5 (2017): ZB01-ZB04. doi:10.7860/JCDR/2017/17462.9813 Peck, Sheldon. “A Biographical Portrait of Edward Hartley Angle, the First Specialist in Orthodontics, Part 1.” Angle Orthodontist, Vol 79, No 6, 2009. https://watermark.silverchair.com/021009-93_1.pdf Einhorn, Alfred. “ALKAMIN ESTERS OF PARA-AMNOEBENZOC ACID.” U.S. Patent Office. https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/3b/3d/29/66b6b947ec1e06/US812554.pdf Dummett, Clifton O. “A HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE OF THIRTEEN UNHERALDED CONTRIBUTORS TO MEDICODENTAL PROGRESS.” JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, VOL. 81, NO. 3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2571621/pdf/jnma00264-0103.pdf Montalbano, M.J., Sharma, A., Oskouian, R.J. et al. The ancient Syrian physician Archigenes and his contributions to neurology and neuroanatomy. Childs Nerv Syst 33, 1419–1420 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-016-3191-2 Etter, William M. Ph.D. “False Teeth.” George Washington's Mount Vernon. https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/false-teeth/#:~:text=Contrary%20to%20later%20legend%2C%20none,to%20Washington's%20remaining%20real%20teeth. Hyson JM Jr. “History of the toothbrush.” Journal of the History of Dentistry. 2003 Jul;51(2):73-80. Wynbrandt, James. “The Excruciating History of Dentistry.”  St. Martin's Griffin. 2000. Reinberg, Steven. “Even Before Pandemic, One-Third of U.S. Adults Went Without Dental Care.” U.S. News and World Report. July 9, 2021. https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2021-07-09/even-before-pandemic-one-third-of-us-adults-went-without-dental-care Sheridan, P G. “NIDR--40 years of research advances in dental health.” Public health reports (Washington, D.C. : 1974) vol. 103,5 (1988): 493-9. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3140276/#:~:text=The%20National%20Institute%20of%20Dental,training%20to%20improve%20oral%20health. “Law Regulating the Practice of Dentistry in Alabama.” https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/81bf/51ebbc6c544da12b436c1154eb62ebeaa488.pdf “Josiah Flagg, Surgeon Dentist.” Massachusetts Historical Society. https://www.masshist.org/database/177 “Jan Steen – The Tooth-puller.” Mauritshuis. https://www.mauritshuis.nl/en/our-collection/artworks/165-the-tooth-puller/ “Alfred Einhorn.” National Inventors Hall of Fame. https://www.invent.org/inductees/alfred-einhorn Strack, Joseph Gordon. “Rx for Living: Dr. H.T. Dean – Public Health Officer.” TIC. January 1950. http://www.nobilium.com/skin/frontend/ultimo/default/pdf/tic1950jan_small.pdf Gallagher, Jennifer E. and Lynn Hutchinson. “Analysis of human resources for oral health globally: inequitable distribution.” International Dental Journal. Volume 68, Issue 3. 2018. Pages 183-189. https://doi.org/10.1111/idj.12349. “Oral health.” World Health Organization. March 15, 2022. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/oral-health ADA Library/Archives staff. “HISTORY OF DENTISTRY TIMELINE.” ARCHIVES OF THE AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION. https://www.mouthhealthy.org/~/media/ADA/Education%20and%20Careers/Files/dental_history.pdf See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcian Ted Hoff 130 Creating the Microprocessor and beyond with Marcian "Ted" Hoff BIOGRAPHY OF MARCIAN E. HOFF   Dr. Marcian Edward "Ted" Hoff was born in Rochester, New York.  His degrees include a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York,  (1958) and  an MS (1959) and a Ph.D. (1962), both in Electrical Engineering, from Stanford University, Stanford, California.  In the 1959-1960 time frame he and his professor, Bernard Widrow, co-developed the LMS adaptive algorithm which is used in many modern communication systems, e.g. adaptive equalizers and noise-cancelling systems.   In 1968 he joined Intel Corporation as Manager of Applications Research and in 1969 proposed the architecture for the first monolithic microprocessor or computer central processor on a single chip, the Intel 4004, which was announced in 1971.  He contributed to several other microprocessor designs, and then in 1975 started a group at Intel to develop products for telecommunications.  His group produced the first commercially- available monolithic telephone CODEC, the first commercially-available switched-capacitor filter and one of the earliest digital signal processing chips, the Intel 2920.  He became the first Intel Fellow when the position was created in 1980.   In 1983 he joined Atari as Vice President of Corporate Research and Development.  In 1984 he left Atari to become an independent consultant.  In 1986 he joined Teklicon, a company specializing in assistance to attorneys dealing with intellectual property litigation, as Chief Technologist, where he remained until he retired in 2007.   He has been recognized with numerous awards, primarily for his microprocessor contributions.  Those awards include the Kyoto Prize, the Stuart Ballantine Medal and Certificate of Merit from the Franklin Institute, induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame and the Silicon Valley Engineering Hall of Fame, the George R. Stivitz Computer Pioneer Award, the Semiconductor Industry 50th Anniversary Award, the Eduard Rhein Foundation Technology Award, the Ron Brown Innovation Award, the Davies Medal and induction into their Hall of Fame from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and the National Medal of Technology and Innovation.   He has been recognized with several IEEE awards including the Cledo Brunetti Award (1980), the Centennial Medal (1984), and the James Clerk Maxwell Award (2011).   He was made a Fellow of the IEEE in 1982 "for the conception and development of the microprocessor" and is now a Life Fellow.  He is a named inventor or co-inventor on 17 United States patents and author or co-author of more than 40 technical papers and articles.       We talk about   How do you see the value of IP? what should investors be thinking when they are studying a company's IP?   What technologies were developed long ago that we are just now starting to see or as a society to adopt? What was it like being one the inventors of the microprocessor? How did Intel grow after the invention of the 4004 How have “Innovation” in Silicon Valley Changed over the decades   And much more...   Connect with Marcian “Ted” Hoff Best to connect through Mike, President of Intel Alumni (2) Mike Trainor | LinkedIn  

German engineer Carl Benz was the first to design a car around the internal combustion engine rather than adding an engine to an existing wagon or carriage, a critical insight in auto evolution. Benz, who died in 1929, is often called the inventor of the modern automobile. With six additional luminaries, all patent holders whose inventions range from cataract surgery to the Super Soaker will be honored as part of the latest class of National Inventors Hall of Fame (NIHF) inductees. The National Inventors Hall of Fame will inductee Carl Benz this year. Rini Paiva, the NIHF executive vice president for selection and recognition, is our guest this week on The Weekly Driver Podcast. Co-hosts Bruce Aldrich and James Raia discuss with Paiva the selection of Benz to this year's inductees. We also discuss the organization, its mission and the selection process of the honored individuals.   "We really wanted the give the people who have changed our worlds the proper recognition they deserve," said Paiva of the multi-pronged organization, including its museum located in Alexandria, Va. "It's where we can celebrate the inventors who we are talking about." According to his bio posted on the NIHF website, Benz partnered with co-investors in 1882 to establish Benz & Cie. to market a stationary two-stroke engine he had developed. Its success allowed Benz to focus on developing a lighter engine for vehicles. The two-stroke engine was impractical for this purpose, so Benz set to work on increasing the speed of the four-stroke engine by developing the ignition and valve control. By 1886, Benz had built a gasoline-powered three-wheeled vehicle, the first to combine an internal combustion engine with an integrated chassis. The two rear wheels supported the 0.75 hp strong, single-cylinder engine, and the front wheel was connected to the steering tiller inside the passenger compartment. The National Inventors Hall of Fame, located in Alexandria, Virginia, will induct modern car inventor Carl Benz this year. Debuting on the streets of Mannheim in July 1886, it had all the main components of today's internal combustion engines: a crankshaft, electric ignition and water cooling. It traveled about 10 km on a liter of gasoline (about 23 mpg), reached a top speed of 16 kph (about 10 mph) and is considered by experts as the first practical, gasoline-powered automobile to be commercially available. "It's very difficult, it's interesting and sometimes it can even be fun," said Paiva, light-heartedly. "We don't limit the inventors were are looking at to any particular area. The main requirement is that they have a U.S. patent. "The other thing that we look for and that our selection committee is where the inventors have done has impacted our lives." The inductees will be honored at “The Greatest Celebration of American Innovation,” on May 4-5. Danica McKellar, star of the TV show “The Wonder Years,” Hallmark Channel regular and author of New York Times bestselling “McKellar Math” books — will serve as master of ceremonies. Please join Bruce and me for an informative discussion with Paiva about the pending celebration and the legacy of Carl Benz. To learn more about the event, visit: www.invent.org/induction. For general NIHF information, visit: www.invent.org. The Weekly Driver Podcast encourages and appreciates feedback from our listeners. Please forward episode links to family, friends and colleagues. And you are welcome to repost links from the podcast to your social media accounts. The idea of more eyeballs on more content works for us. Support our podcast by shopping on Amazon.com. A graphic display at the bottom of the post links to automotive selections of the online retailer. But there's also a search function for anything available directly from the site. If you shop via this site, we receive a small commission. It helps us continue to produce independent content.

Austrian-American film actress Hedy Lamarr blended brains and beauty with patriotism. She co-invented a radio guidance system for Allied torpedoes during WWII. This technology became the precursor to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.  For her achievements, Lamarr was inducted into both the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the National Inventors Hall of Fame.    Are you interested in learning about Ayn Rand's Objectivism? Check out this FREE ebook:

Welcome to March 8th, 2022 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate a magical state and women who make history. In downtown Portland, you'll find the smallest park in the world—a patch of land only 2 feet across. The land was once intended for a street light, but the light was never installed. The empty site caught the eye of journalist Dick Fagan, who wrote a column and dubbed the place Mill Ends Park. It features a tiny swimming pool, statues, and a mini Ferris wheel. Mill Ends is also home to the only leprechaun colony outside of Ireland. Unfortunately, the leprechauns are invisible. On National Oregon Day, we celebrate the Beaver State and all its weird and wonderful sights, from Crater Lake to leprechauns.  Not all women are famous for both beauty and brains but Austrian born, Heddy Lamar possessed both. While Hollywood honored her film career with a star on the Walk of Fame in 1960, she was also known for her work as an inventor. At the start of World War II Heddy and composer George Antheil developed a radio guidance system that armed Allied torpedoes with anti jamming capability. The principles of their work were eventually used in creating GPS and Bluetooth technology, and Lamar was later inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2014. On International Women's Day, we honor women around the world who make their mark by making history right where they stand. I'm Anna Devere and I'm Marlo Anderson. Thanks for joining us as we Celebrate Every Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonjour et bienvenue dans le ZD Tech. Je m'appelle Marine Louste et aujourd'hui je vous raconte l'histoire tout à fait extraordinaire d'Hedy Lamarr, icône d'Hollywood et inventrice visionnaire, mais totalement méconnue pour cela. « N'importe quelle femme peut avoir l'air glamour », disait Hedy Lamarr, « il suffit de se tenir tranquille et d'avoir l'air idiote ». Et pourtant, idiote, elle était loin de l'être. Car c'est en partie grâce à elle qu'on peut aujourd'hui utiliser Google Maps pour trouver son chemin, ou encore se connecter à un réseau sans fil. Voici pourquoi cette femme a révolutionné le monde des télécommunications. Certains d'entre vous la connaissent peut-être pour sa filmographie, ou encore pour sa vie sulfureuse. Car Hedy Lamarr, de son vrai nom Hedwig Kiesler, est pour la postérité une célèbre actrice d'Hollywood. Pour son premier film, Extase, diffusé en 1933, elle a à peine 18 ans. Elle tourne nue et simule un orgasme. Une première sur grand écran. Mais Hedy Lamarr n'a pas seulement explosé les convenances sociales. Et son attirance pour les armes l'amène sur le terrain de la recherche scientifique. La Seconde Guerre mondiale bat son plein. Avec un ami, elle invente un système de chiffrement des communications pour éviter que les torpilles de l'armée américaine ne soient repérées et détruites par l'ennemi. Cette invention, c'est l'étalement de spectre par saut de fréquence, toujours utilisé aujourd'hui. Et bien, c'est le fait de transmettre des signaux par ondes radio en utilisant plusieurs canaux répartis dans une bande de fréquences. La séquence est aléatoire, et seulement connue de l'émetteur et du récepteur. De quoi rendre le signal indétectable par l'ennemi, tout comme la torpille. Dans le cadre des réseaux sans fil modernes, cette technologie permet aussi de partager des bandes de fréquence, et ainsi d'optimiser l'utilisation de la bande passante. Mais Hedy Lamarr était trop visionnaire. Le brevet de cette technologie est déposé en 1941, mais la Marine américaine la considère tout bonnement inutilisable. Sauf que quand l'invention tombe dans le domaine public dans les années 60, les fabricants de matériels de transmission se jettent dessus. Aujourd'hui, elle est utilisée dans les GPS, les liaisons chiffrées militaires, la téléphonie mobile ou encore le Wi-Fi et le Bluetooth. Et Hedy Lamarr ne sera jamais remerciée... de son vivant. En 2014, à titre posthume, elle est finalement admise au National Inventors Hall of Fame des Etats-Unis.

news birthdays/events groundhog day is a special day this year!!! our most DIY-ed home repairs news keep your piece of mind by singing your favorite childhood jingle game: quiz game: feud news what current trend can you not wait til it falls out of style trickiest tongue twister is golfing really exercise?  ashley's friends got in an argument about this news most common food in your pantry most embarssing thing your parents did to you in public goodbye/fun facts....Scotch Tape Day.  like many things...it was invented as a solution to a problem....the problem arose when cars needed to be painted in two tones and sections needed to be taped off to do so. That's how Richard Drew ended up creating scotch tape.  In the early 1920s, Richard Drew worked at the Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company, aka 3M which made sandpaper at the time. When he used to deliver sandpaper samples to auto body shops, he observed the inconvenience that car painters experienced when they had to paint two-tone color cars. At that time, surgical adhesive tapes or library glues were used to hold newspapers on cars when painting. However, when the newspapers were removed, residue remained and would rip the paint off when peeled off.  Around the 1950s, the company introduced their mascot, “Scotty McTape”  The invention of Scotch Tape, which can now be found in almost every home, resulted in Drew being inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame.

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Anthony Loder, Son of Legendary Actress and Inventor, Hedy LamarrAbout Harvey's guest:Anthony Loder is the son of one of the most glamorous and fascinating screen goddesses in cinematic history.  At one time, she was considered the world's most beautiful woman:  Hedy Lamarr.    She lit up the screen in films like “Algiers”, “Boom Town”, “Ziegfeld Girl” and “Samson and Delilah”.  But what very few people knew, until her son made a point of bringing worldwide awareness to it, is that Hedy Lamarr was not just an actress.  She was a mathematical and scientific genius.  At the beginning of World War II, she and composer George Anthyle developed a radio guidance system using frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology for Allied torpedoes, intended to defeat the threat of jamming by the Axis powers.  The technology that she invented is largely responsible for the creation of wireless communications, including cell phones, GPS,  Wifi and Bluetooth.  She was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2014.  Our guest produced a fascinating documentary in 2004 called “Calling Hedy Lamarr”, and he also appeared in the 2017 documentary entitled “Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story”. Hedy Lamarr, born Hedwig Eva Maria Kiesler was an Austrian-born American film actress and inventor.  Her father was born to a Galician Jewish family in Lemberg (now Lviv in Ukraine) and was a successful bank director.   Trude, her mother, a pianist and Budapest native, had come from an upper-class Hungarian Jewish family.  She had converted to Catholicism and was described as a "practicing Christian" who raised her daughter as a Christian.Lamarr helped get her mother out of Austria after it had been absorbed by the Third Reich and to the United States, where Gertrude later became an American citizen. She put "Hebrew" as her race on her petition for naturalization, which was a term often used in Europe.After a brief early film career in Czechoslovakia, including the controversial Ecstasy (1933), to avoid the Nazi persecution of Jews following the Anschluss, she fled from her husband, a wealthy Austrian ammunition manufacturer, and secretly moved to Paris. Traveling to London, she met Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio head Louis B. Mayer, who offered her a movie contract in Hollywood. She became a film star with her performance in Algiers (1938).  Her MGM films include Lady of the Tropics (1939), Boom Town (1940), H.M. Pulham, Esq. (1941), and White Cargo (1942).  Her greatest success was as Delilah in Cecil B. DeMille's Samson and Delilah (1949).   During World War II, Lamarr learned that radio-controlled torpedoes could easily be jammed and set off course.  She thought of creating a frequency-hopping signal that could not be tracked or jammed. She and a friend, composer George Antheil, drafted designs for the frequency-hopping system, which they patented on August 11, 1942.In 1997, Lamarr received the Electronic Frontier Foundation Pioneer Award and the Bulbie Gnass Spirit of Achievement Bronze Award, given to individuals whose creative lifetime achievements in the arts, sciences, business, or invention fields have significantly contributed to society. The principles of their work are incorporated into Bluetooth and GPS technology and are similar to methods used in legacy versions of CDMA and Wi-Fi.  This work led to their induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2014.For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/https://www.hedylamarr.com/#HedyLamarr #AnthonyLoder  #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 239, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet. Round 1. Category: Friday The 13Th 1: Friday October 13, 1944: Greek patriots retake Athens from this group after 3 1/2 years of occupation. Germany (or the Nazis). 2: Friday January 13, 1995: The first all-female crew wins a qualifying race for this contest. the America's Cup. 3: Friday October 13, 1967: This president signs an executive order banning sex discrimination in the U.S. govt.. (Lyndon) Johnson. 4: Friday, February 13, 1914:This 5-letter organization is set up to collect royalties when music is performed. ASCAP. 5: 1994: The first handover of a West Bank city from Israel to the Palestinians--this one where a battle was fit. Jericho. Round 2. Category: Starts With "Ke" 1: A cooking pot for Ma and Pa. Kettle. 2: Thd standard version of this gambling game is a lot like Lotto. Keno. 3: Its national anthem is "Wimbo Wa Taifa", Swahili for "anthem of the nation". Kenya. 4: The name of this Wisconsin city is Potawatomi for "pike" or "pickerel". Kenosha. 5: This county is known as the "Garden of England". Kent. Round 3. Category: English Class 1: This part of speech doesn't always end in "ly"; once, there and often are other examples. adverb. 2: Capt. Kirk's mission was "to boldly go" where no man had gone before, but he split one of these along the way. an infinitive. 3: Lay is the past tense of lie; this is the past tense of lay. laid. 4: It's the indirect object of the sentence "Carmen gave Jose a cookie". Jose. 5: "City" is a common noun; Virginia City is this kind of noun. proper noun. Round 4. Category: The Dreaded Oprah Category 1: Saleswoman Oprah has tote bags specially for the items you saw on this popular segment of her show. Oprah's Book Club. 2: Healthy Oprah lost 33 lbs. in one of these military-sounding programs with Sgt.--er, trainer Bob Greene. a boot camp. 3: Career woman Oprah has said marriage wouldn't work with this beau she calls "a traditional black man". Stedman Graham. 4: Educator Oprah taught a graduate course on leadership at this university based in Evanston. Northwestern University. 5: Mogul Oprah co-founded this media company, a breath of fresh air with its women's cable network. Oxygen. Round 5. Category: Deck The Halls 1: The Ecology Hall of Fame cites him as "the first American president to take seriously the...protection of nature". Teddy Roosevelt. 2: The Robot Hall of Fame honored this "Star Wars" character for his endearing "human foibles". C-3PO. 3: This founder of the city of Quebec is in an Explorers' Hall of Fame online. Champlain. 4: Now home to the National Women's Hall of Fame, this N.Y. city was the site of the USA's first Women's Rights Convention. Seneca Falls. 5: He was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame for his process of condensing milk. (Gail) Borden. Thanks for listening! Come back tomorrow for more exciting trivia!

Engineer Marian Croak and ophthalmologist Patricia Bath are making history again as they become the first Black women inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame as part of the 2022 class. Join Dr. Carol François and Kourtney Square, her niece, in honoring these women as they present a reprise of our episode on Black/African American inventors. The intersection of race and gender presents an interesting way to look at systemic racism in America, and the inventions, organizations, and movements impacted and made great by Black/African American women are a microcosm of the phenomenon. Want more, take our course Systemic Racism: See it, Say it, Confront it at www.whyaretheysoangry.com and find us anywhere at www.podpage.com.whyaretheysoangry Citations “Annie Malone: First African American Millionairess,” https://freemaninstitute.com/poro.htm “Annie Turnbo Malone,” Maria Quintana, Black Past, December 20, 2009. https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/annie-turnbo-malone-1869-1957/#:~:text=Walker.,ended%20in%20divorce%20as%20well. Aaron Eugene Malone “Racism and sexism in science haven't disappeared,” Naomi Oreskes, Scientific American, October 1, 2020, https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/racism-and-sexism-in-science-havent-disappeared/ “10 Black Women Innovators and the Awesome Things They Brought Us,” Lindsey Weedston, Yes!, March 21, 2016 https://www.yesmagazine.org/health-happiness/2016/03/21/10-black-women-innovators-and-the-awesome-things-they-brought-us/ “Systemic Racism in the Sciences Requires Structural Solutions,” Andrea Korte, American Association for the Advancement of Science, October, 21, 2020 https://www.aaas.org/news/systemic-racism-sciences-requires-structural-solutions “Who Was Annie Malone?,” Erick Johnson, Chicago Crusader, April 24, 2018. https://chicagocrusader.com/who-was-annie-malone/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carol-francois/support

Friends. How many of us have them? Friends. Ones we can depend on? Friendships are important relationships and knowing how to navigate and cultivate them can make a world of difference. On this episode, Josh and Bryan discuss the friendships, what purpose they serve, how to grow them, how to kill them, and more. Also, you'll get your favorite segments with the Bless Up, P.O. Box, Billboard, Black Man Selfcare, and find out what Lil Boosie and Bill Cosby have in common. Grab your best and meet the guys in the living room.    Get your tickets to our live show! We are hosting a watch party for the season premiere of Insecure. Get your tickets here.   Song of the Week: What About Your Friends - TLC Bless Up Report: Marian Croak and Patricia Bath - 1st Black Women in the National Inventors Hall of Fame

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Host Dr. Sylvia Bartley sits down with Dr. Lonnie Johnson in his Research and Development building in Atlanta, Georgia.  Dr. Johnson is an inventor and entrepreneur. He is well known for his invention of the Super Soaker®, which became the number one selling toy in America and the Јоhnѕоn Тhеrmоеlесtrіс Еnеrgу Соnvеrtеr (ЈТЕС), аn еngіnе thаt соnvеrtѕ hеаt іntо еlесtrісіtу.  Dr. Johnson talks about his childhood in Mobile, Alabama, his early inventions, his passion for engineering, and how he overcame the odds to become an internationally recognized inventor with over 140 patents.  Dr. Johnson is inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, The National Toy Hall of Fame, The Black Inventors Hall of Fame, and The Black Entrepreneurs Hall of Fame.  He has a passion for community and anchors his work around providing opportunities for underserved children in the STEM arena—a conversation not to be missed.

There was a time when Kodak was the most powerful company in America. It's business model truly seemed impenetrable until something unprecedented happened inside its own laboratories. In this episode of Before IT Happened, Donna sits down with Steve Sasson, who, as a young Kodak engineer in 1975, became the first person ever to capture a digital photographic image. Steve may have developed the first digital camera prototype while working for Kodak, but it wasn't until 2001 that the company paid real attention to his invention. But by then, the company had lost the race to develop a business model around digital photography, and its analog film was old news. Listen now and learn about the creation that could have potentially saved Kodak from bankruptcy and launch it into a leading 21st-century business. Before any world-changing innovation, there was a moment, an event, a realization that sparked the idea before it happened. This is a podcast about that moment — about that idea. Before IT Happened takes you on a journey with the innovators who imagined — and are still imagining — our future. Join host Donna Loughlin as her guests tell their stories of how they brought their visions to life.   Jump straight into: (01:59) - Steve Sasson's childhood taking apart electronics and experimenting with technology - “I would salvage all these parts, tubes, large capacitors, resistors, transformers, stuff like that, and then I would build my projects using that. It was a very low-cost hobby for me.” (8:59) - Steve's college education and an inspiring story of his early student years - “When I went to college I got some of the best teachers, literally in the world.” (12:23) - Kodak, not a traditional company for an electrical engineer - “What interested me here was that I was sitting next to a mathematician or a mechanical engineer, and it was a very much more diverse environment.” (17:43) - Scrounging for parts to build the first-ever digital camera - “Nobody told me to build a camera but he told me to evaluate it. So the best way to evaluate it was to get it to work.” (22:42) - The first digital photograph in history and the story behind it - “I walked down the hallway and there was a young girl, her name was Joy Marshall. She was sitting at a teletype and I asked if I could take her picture.” (26:12) - Digital vs. Analog: Kodak's reaction to Steve's camera - “I didn't talk about it until they asked me to in 2001 because at that time, digital cameras were really starting to take off as consumer items.” (31:21) - Specialized cameras and advancing photographic technology - “I thought about this so many years ago, and now it is really happening in real life. These are real people really taking pictures that they value with this thing.”  (36:14) - The original face of the digital camera: Steve Sasson - “I went on several road trips, traveled throughout Asia interviewing. I did radio shows, television shows. I went from being a lab guy to being a public relations guy.” (39:04) - The craziness of patent litigation and the battle in the digital era - “Apple, Samsung, all of those were involved in different patent licensing negotiations and eventually litigations.” EPISODE RESOURCES: Connect with Steve through https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-sasson-5b23783/ (LinkedIn) Read about https://nationalmedals.org/laureate/steven-sasson/ (Steve's National Medal of Technology and Innovation) Read the New York Times' Lens Blog: https://lens.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/08/12/kodaks-first-digital-moment/ (Kodak's First Digital Moment) Watch https://youtu.be/okuUU6WXsYI (the National Inventors Hall of Fame interview with Steve) Read about https://www.invent.org/blog/inventors/Legacy-Steve-Sasson (Steve's induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame) See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Sasson (Steve's Wikipedia page) Thank you for listening! Follow Before IT Happened on...

Lisa Lindahl is the inventor of the sports bra, or as it was known back then, the Jogbra. Her invention has changed the world of women's sports forever, earning her a place in the Smithsonian and in the National Inventors Hall of Fame in Washington alongside legendary inventors like Thomas Edison. She's also an author, a champion of epilepsy education and empowerment, and the inventor of a device for people recovering from breast cancer. Follow me on Instagram: @therosspalmer

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Author, Inventor, artist, entrepreneur, and business builder with proven track record. Invented the first sports bra in 1977 and built a multi-million dollar business around it. Inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2020. Problem sighter and solver with knack for niche marketing. Special focus on vision and planning, specializing in women-related issues. Accomplished public speaker, writer, visual artist. https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-z-lindahl-9756449/

Mike Drummond, Editor In Chief of Inventors Digest Magazine www.inventorsdigest.com Mike Drummond supervises content development and marketing of Inventors Digest, the nation's longest-running print and web publication for the inventing industry. Mike was a Pulitzer Prize finalist as part of a team that investigated the national residential mortgage crisis. More recently, he earned a national integrated marketing award for a web-video and print campaign with nonprofit partner the National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Alliance. Since assuming leadership of the magazine, Mike has reshaped the editorial focus to explore the intersection of business and innovation. He says his main mission is to help inventors succeed in getting their innovations to market. To that end he has created new sections to appeal to specific audiences, including youth, intellectual property professionals, women entrepreneurs, designers, marketers, licensors, engineers, prototypers and others in the product-development food chain. Along the way he has kept the magazine entertaining and lively, and has landed a wide array of luminaries on the cover such as Jay Leno, Ben Stiller, James Dyson, Sally Ride, Joan Lunden, Dean Kamen and Cal Ripkin Jr. Mike also has been successful in forging partnerships with corporations and nonprofits. In 2011, in partnership with the National Inventors Hall of Fame and U.S. Senators, he was the leading force to move National Inventors Month to May – an initiative that better aligns the month with the school calendar as well as the annual inventor Hall of Fame ceremony. Contact him at mike.drummond@inventorsdigest.com

Dr. Paul Sanberg, a Vice President at the University of South Florida, holds 157 patents and has published 650 scholarly articles on neurology. One of his biggest contributions, however, is founding the National Academy of Inventors and the Florida Inventors’ Hall of Fame in Tampa. A native of Hialeah, Florida, Dr. Sanberg later moved to California and then studied music in Canada, where he “just wanted to sing rock and roll songs.” But an “amazing professor” led him to neuroscience. TRANSCRIPT: Intro: 0:01 Inventors and their inventions. Welcome to Radio Cade a podcast from the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida. The museum is named after James Robert Cade , who invented Gatorade in 1965. My name is Richard Miles. We’ll introduce you to inventors and the things that motivate them, we’ll learn about their personal stories, how their inventions work, and how their ideas get from the laboratory to the marketplace. Richard Miles: 0:31 Author, inventor, scientist to founder and pilot. Is there anything Paul Sanberg hasn’t done? I’m your host Richard Miles. And with me this morning is Dr. Paul Sanberg, founder of the National Academy of Inventors and the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame and Senior Vice President for research at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Welcome to Radio Cade , Paul. Dr. Paul Sanberg: 0:57 Thank you, Richard. Happy to be here. Richard Miles: 0:59 So Paul reading your resume makes me want to take a nap. I mean, you’ve published 650 articles, 14 books. You hold 157 U.S. and foreign patents. Do you have a stunt-double, some guy that sleeps on a park bench outside the patent office? I mean, how do you find time to do all this? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 1:15 I don’t know, but it’d be nice to have artificial intelligence that’s for sure. Richard Miles: 1:20 So let’s talk about you yourself or a scientist and an inventor, and much of your career was spent in the area of brain research and specifically how to repair the brain. So tell us a little bit about that, but make it simple for people like me that barely passed high school biology. Dr. Paul Sanberg: 1:35 Well, sure. I think it was probably really important when I was training in college that I took this course. It wasn’t called brain and behavior. In those days, it was called physiological psychology, kind of what’s the physiology of behavior. And so I ended up wanting to study the brain after taking that. It was just like a light to shine. And then working with various people, it was like, how do we create diseases model , actually an animals so that we can test various things and look at how cells die in the brain, how drugs interact in the brain. And then from there, it was the natural step to say, well, how do we repair the brain? If we’ve created this problem? And all these people have brain diseases and neurology, as you may know, is one of those specialties that you don’t have a lot of treatments for, with people that might have strokes or Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s Huntington’s disease, ALS you name it all devastating diseases. And so having that plus having family, having gone through a number of these diseases really encouraged me to look for ways to repair the brain. And that’s when we started to look at all different approaches and putting cells in the brain was an important one. Richard Miles: 2:39 Let’s go a little bit deeper into that. And you said put cells in the brain. These are not just any cells, right? I mean, these are STEM cells. How does that work? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 2:46 Interesting question. So we actually looked at many different approaches. We looked at putting animal cells and human brains. Believe it or not, where we could actually combine engineering with it, to polymer encapsulate these cells, to protect them, the immune system, hoping that they may work. We looked at cells from different organs. For example, we know that for example, the adrenal gland gives off some dopamine, believe it or not. So we tried those cells in the brain for Parkinson’s. We tried cells in the eye that actually have dopamine. We tried all sorts of things and it really wasn’t until we got to the approach of looking at STEM, like cells, cells, that we now call STEM cells that really are unique, that they can become any tissue. We all have them, we’re born with them and we still have them in our body, even as we grow old. And these are kind of repairative cells. And so being in Florida at the time, we really couldn’t work on embryonic STEM cells. So we were the first to actually look at other sources of STEM cells from bone marrow, which is where a lot of our STEM cells are located. And from umbilical cord blood, the blood that you throw away after a baby’s born has a lot of STEM cells. So these were approaches that we took, at a necessity. Richard Miles: 3:55 So did that lead to your first patent? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 3:57 Uh , actually the first ones were looking at those other types of cells, capsulated and stuff, but it really led to the first patent in Florida, actually at USF, the first patent on using bone marrow cells to create brain cells. And we also got it for cord blood cells for brain cells. So we were early in that technology and that’s been really nice Richard Miles: 4:17 For most people. This would be a full-time job doing some brain research, fixing a few brains. If I were, you I’d take the rest of the day off, go to the beach, but you decided to found not just one but two institutions that are dedicated to celebrating, encouraging, and connecting invendors. So let’s start with the Fo rd I nventors Hall of Fame, which was established in 2014, correct? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 4:37 Yeah, I think around then. Richard Miles: 4:38 How’d you get the idea to do that and how did you set it up? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 4:41 You know, I’m a Floridian, born in Florida, traveled all over and came back and I love connecting people. I love honoring people. I love, I don’t like feeling too competitive with people. I like to get good ideas from others. So I was actually in Washington, believe it or not. And I was at the National Inventors Hall of Fame gala, where they gave out the metals to the national inventors at the United States patent trademark office. And so they have this big fat book because over the years they have all the inductees and this they’re hall of Famers. And so I’m sitting at the table and I’m going through the book and I’m going, where’s all the Florida inventors , you know, there’s vendors from New Jersey and New York and all the top East and the California’s and all these places. And there wasn’t any real Florida inventors. So I thought, okay, well I knew Thomas Edison and I knew Henry Ford were Florida and vendors as well as New Jersey and Detroit because they have their homes in Fort Myers and I’ve been to the museum and it’s an incredible museum. Edison almost at half his patents while in Florida, Florida. So we started to think about it. And I talked to the United States patent trademark office and I said, well, what do you think about a state hall of fame? And apparently there were six others, New Jersey being the biggest, which was started by Edison. Actually, the others are small. So then I went to a Senator, Brandis and the Florida legislature and we talked and he was all about it. And so he up putting resolution in and we’ve handled the Florida and hall of fame to show people that there are great inventors in Florida that have been in Florida. And so that’s how it started. And it’s been amazing. It’s just been a lot of fun to do. Richard Miles: 6:09 So you have nominating committees, right? Or you have nominators that say, hey, this person, not all of them were still living, right? Some are? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 6:17 The Florida Inventors Hall of Fame follows the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Similarly that they can be posthumous or they can be living. The difference is the National Inventors Hall of Fame, gears to one single patent. Y ou k now, that it had an impact. Ours is the total impact of that person. C ause it may not just be one patent, but it might be a whole ecosystem of patents that they did. I mean, think about Edison, can you really get th e o ne patent? Yo u g e t a thousand. So that’s the basic difference. But when there have been people that have been po sthumous, th ey’ve b een lot of fun to watch too, be cause f amilies have come like your family. Right, right. With Dr. Cade getting in and it’s been a lot of fun as well. So I think honoring everybody wh o’s b een in Florida, it’s invented some cool stuff is really, really nice. Richard Miles: 6:57 So after that, or was it after that you established the National Academy of Inventors? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 7:02 No that was before that was before. Richard Miles: 7:03 Oh, okay. I didn’t know that. So that’s something slightly different, right? Explain how an AI works. Who are members? What does it do? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 7:11 It is different. That’s how I was able to get to that National Inventors Hall of Fame thing because I was the President of the National Academy of Inventors. So the National Academy of Veterans is a little different. So just like the other one, w e’re trying to say, look, there’s really cool inventions out of Florida. And now we’re the third, most populous state. We have had some impact in the National Academy i n v endors. It was a similar story, but i t w as slightly different. And that is that around the time of the great recession 10 years ago, the United States patent trademark office, trying to figure out, they were told by the government at that time that all the agencies should reach out. How can they help the economy? And the universities w ere also asked actually 250 research universities were asked by their presidents to sign a letter saying that they would make economic development. One of the legs of a stool of American research universities, which is very important. So I was an administrator at the time at USF and thinking of ways to do both things. And I was an inventor at the time, but I was a closet inventor. And when you’re an academic and you’re a professor, it’s all about federal grants, about publisher p erish and all my invention stuff was kind of on t he side, kept it behind closed doors as much as possible because it wasn’t something you did in academics, unless you’re maybe at Stanford or MIT or P urdue or someplace. So we thought, well, you know what, let’s see who the inventors are. C ause we didn’t have a real idea of who the academic inventors were. The United States patent trademark office knew exactly who the garage inventors were, who the independent inventors were, who the corporate i nventors were. They didn’t know anything much about the academic and there’s a lot of universities and a lot of money goes into university research. So to make a long story short it USF. I said, Hey, if you have a us patent come and have lunch with me. And I thought maybe there’d a dozen people c ause I hadn’t come out of the closet yet. And so then there was a hundred people showed up. A hundred faculty at USF. And so imagine how many there are around the country a nd the world that did that. So then the under secretary of commerce head of the patent office, David Kappos came down to USF to the embassy suites on campus. We had our first meeting and he inaugurated the national Academy of inventors to really get a feel and a cohort of boosting academic invention. And one of the first things we did was to try to change the culture of American universities so that it wasn’t just publish or perish. But if you did patents licensing, commercialization, startups, wo rk w ith industry, et cetera, and you’re doing that, then you should get credit for it, bu t i t ‘s p romotion and tenure, whether it’s whatever. Richard Miles: 9:46 I heard you talk about this before. In fact, just a few months ago in Mexico city, you know, very eloquent about the whole process of commercialization of public research, which is a mouthful. But let’s talk about how important that has been for the state of Florida itself. Cause you know the story, well, I know it fairly well, but essentially Florida in the last 40, 50 years has trend formed itself from a state is primarily agricultural heavily based on tourism to a real research powerhouse. Particularly if you look at the top three leading universities, a University of South Florida, University of Florida, University of Central Florida in terms of research, how does that feed into both the local economies and the state economies in terms of what’s the actual return on investment from these universities are those national dollars. How do those translate into jobs and follow on technologies? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 10:34 I mean, that’s what people need to realize is that when we bring dollars for research into Florida universities, and there’s really five, what we call our one research, one universities in Florida, I would add to the list o f Florida State, of course, and Florida International University. And then of course, privately o f University of Miami, right? A s a private university, when all this dollars comes in, there’s two advantages. One is they’re not recycled Florida dollars. They’re coming in from the feds, right? Most of it an d th ey’re coming in from outside or they’re coming in from industry. And so this is new dollars to the state and it’s a couple billion dollars we’re talking here. And then if you go to the U.S. Department of Commerce, when you look at economic impact of dollars that come in, they say, multiply it ti mes 2.2 So you’re looking at $4 or $5 billion of impact economic impact in the state of Florida, just from the research dollars. Now think about it. W hat about the translation of those research dollars? The new findings, the new startup companies. If you look at the three universities, you just mentioned, which we call the hig h-tech qu arter universities, you know, UF, UCF and USF along interstate four and th e hi g h te c h qu a rter in the last five years, I would say those three universities have had more U.S. patents tha n th e research triangle park in North Carolina and the university of Texas system and, and the whole system. And that’s significant because eventually those will spawn out new companies, new licenses, new technologies, even if the patent hadn’t been licensed or whatever, that patent that we’ve done creates a bar that the next patent, whoever does it has to go to. So we’ve influenced the discovery of new technologies just by having a single patent because it’s gotta be novel, right? So the next person that’s in the same field has to do something a little different. That may be the one it’s marketed. It may be ours. Richard Miles: 12:22 And this is where our worlds intersect here because you know, the Cade Museum, we’re trying to do something similar, but sort of at the opposite end of the pipeline. Whereas you’re mostly recognizing lifetime achievement and inventiveness and research. We’re sort of working with hopefully future generations of inventors and researchers and so on. And one reason we’re so happy today, in fact, to unveil something sponsored by the University of South Florida and Florida Inventors, Hall of Fame, telling exactly that story of, o f F lorida’s contribution. U m, Paul, every guest I have on the show, I g ot t o ask, what were you like as a kid? What were some of your early influences? D id, did your parents say don’t come home until you’ve accomplished at least eight things, it got sort of s tared, i t seems how it turns out or, or did you have an incredible teacher or what? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 13:02 Well, I grew up in Hialeah for the first through. You really are a Florida guy. I am, I was born at Coral Gables at doctors hospital and lived in those little cracker house in Hialeah my parents didn’t have much money. And I just remember an event that happened that I was asked to go onto a local TV show and talk about math. Richard Miles: 13:22 How old were you Paul? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 13:23 I was probably six or seven or something. I can still see it in my mind. I was on a show and you’re three or four kids. And then we were asked math questions. And that was kind of cool. I thought, well maybe, maybe I know something. Maybe I can count my dad’s money or something. So then we moved to California and I was a typical California person. It was rock and roll. It was cars, but I always liked academics. I liked biology. And then college, my parents again got financially a little bit in problems. And so my mother’s family was from Toronto. And so we moved to Canada and I went to college and there and thought, maybe I’d be a music major actually. And you know, you’re in Canada and music majors got to learn every instrument and do all the composition and all this. I just , I just wanted to sing rock n’ roll songs you know. Richard Miles: 14:08 You just want it to be the next McJagger . Right ? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 14:10 Exactly. You know, or Tom petty, Tom Petty is Florida. It was the, it was Tom petty, The Eagles , all that stuff. So instead I took liberal science. So I took liberal science. And then it was this course I told you about where I all of a sudden started studying the brain and worked with a professor that was just amazing. And it’s amazing when you have a mentor and a professor. And then that summer, he asked me to be his research assistant. Richard Miles: 14:35 And this is still as an undergraduate? Dr. Paul Sanberg: 14:37 Undergrad yeah as an undergrad. And it was just so much fun. And I worked with a graduate student and I ended up publishing number of papers as an undergrad with them. In fact, I just went back, got, they gave me some alumni award in Toronto at the university hadn’t been back in years. And it was a lot of fun. It made me remember a lot of things, but I paid my way through college, had to climb telephone poles to change out transformer oil and stuff in the middle of winter and things like this. It was not fun. Richard Miles: 15:04 That’s a great story. I feel bad that I didn’t pull up that YouTube video that I’m sure exists of young Paul Sanberg on that mass show back in. Dr. Paul Sanberg: 15:12 No, it was interesting time and out of the five kids, I’m the only one that got a bachelor’s degree. Only one that really went to college, got a bachelor’s degree, which is what USF has a lot of. Ri ght. Which I really like USF because of that, because we have that first college student and you can make a real impression on them. It’s not like they’re growing up and thinking, you know what? My dad went to FSU, so I’m going to go to FSU. It’s a, what am I going to do? An d t hat first to college feeling. Richard Miles: 15:37 Paul, it’s been great having you on the show. Very impressive life story, impressive accomplishments, really glad that we have formed a partnership in which both institutions are promoting inventors. And um , that whole story and look forward to having you back on show at some point. Dr. Paul Sanberg: 15:51 Oh, happy to be here. I’m really glad what you do. And just ask me anytime. Richard Miles: 15:55 Thanks. I’m Richard Miles. Outro: 15:59 Radio Cade would like to thank the following people for their help and support Liz Gist of the Cade Museum for coordinating and vendor interviews. Bob McPeak of Heartwood Soundstage in downtown Gainesville, Florida for recording, editing and production of the podcasts and music theme. Tracy Collins for the composition and performance of the Radio Cade theme song featuring violinist, Jacob Lawson and special thanks to the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention located in Gainesville, Florida.

An aerospace engineer and inventor turned successful patent attorney, Andrei Iancu is four months into his job as director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. On June 19 he will sign the nation's 10 millionth patent. But the USPTO has a backlog, with inventors sometimes waiting years for a decision on their patent applications. Meeting at the the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Iancu discussed a wide range of agency topics and how to reform processes on Federal Drive with Tom Temin. This was his first radio interview since taking the job.

Lasers are machines that amplify light waves then shoot them out as narrow, intense beams. They are used everywhere today. Lasers read CDs and bar codes, guide missiles, cut through steel, precisely measure distances, entertain people and do a thousand other things. Lasers are used in several applications in urology. Most relevant to our discussion today is that we use lasers to break up kidney stones. L.A.S.E.R. is an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation. A laser's light is different from regular light and has three properties. A laser's light is coherent, collimated, and monochromatic. The idea and concept of the laser traces itself back to Albert Einstein in 1917, but it wasn't until May 16, 1960 that the first laser was actually built and fired in a laboratory at the Hughes Aircraft Company by Dr. Theodore Maiman. Dr. Maiman, who was trained in both engineering and physics bested many other scientists working at other prestigious institutions such as IBM, Bell Laboratories, and MIT. One of his breakthroughs was the use of artificial rubies as the active medium, persisting when other scientists had given up on the ruby due to failed calculations. Another breakthrough was the use of a flash bulb to stimulate the ruby rather than continuous light. On July 7, 1960 Dr. Maiman's laser was introduced to the world at a news conference in Manhattan, New York. When introducing the laser at the press conference Dr. Maiman was prescient but also humble about his new invention. “A laser is a solution seeking a problem,” he said. In urology, the laser solution has discovered a long standing medical problem in urinary stone disease. The history of lithotomy (treatment and removal of urinary stones) dates back to antiquity. The treatment of stones, which at the time most commonly occurred in the bladder, was very dangerous, often lethal.  As such, it led to the development of the lithotomist, who opened the urinary tract and removed stones directly. Recognition of this unique set of skills earned a distinction in the Hippocratic oath, written by Hippocrates around 400 B.C. and still recited by graduating medical students: “I will not cut for the stone, but will leave this to be done by practitioners of this work…” Today, “cutting for stone,” has been replaced by minimally invasive techniques.  We have discussed the shock wave lithotripsy in episode 30 and the percutaneous nephrolithotomy in episode 34. In today's episode, I want to discuss the third in the trio of options to treat kidney stone disease that has eliminated our need to “cut for stone.”  In this episode, we are discussing ureteroscopy, taking a small scope into the ureter to remove a stone. While this is the third option we are discussing it is the most common way to treat kidney stones in our specialty today. Here is some simple urinary anatomy. The kidney filters blood to make urine. Urine drains from the kidney into a collecting system consisting of individual renal calyces draining into a common, funnel shaped renal pelvis. The renal pelvis tapers into a narrow, long, muscular tube called the ureter that peristalsis and “milks” the urine into the bladder. The bladder stores urine, fills, and empties through the urethra. If you are a man your urethra travels through the prostate and the penis. The female urethra is much shorter. When urine is concentrated the minerals in the urine will form crystals.  When the crystals layer on top of one another they will form a kidney stone. When a stone chooses to try to come out it must travel through the ureter into the bladder and out through the urethra. The ureter is the narrowest part of the urinary tract. When a stone is too large to pass through the narrow ureter it will get stuck as it tries to come out. The analogy I use is let's say you have a strawberry milkshake, the kind where they used real strawberries.  I used to love those as a kid. But if there are strawberry chunks they get stuck in the straw. Maybe with some real sucking power you can get a small chunk all the way through the straw but if the chunk is too big you just can't suck hard enough. That's like a stone that won't pass.   In episode 7 we learned how a young Lyndon Johnson, the future President, had a stone stuck in his ureter during a campaign for the U.S. Senate and how doctors at the Mayo Clinic would perform a risky “blind basket” technique that allowed him to continue his campaign and win the Senate seat. Although we continue to basket stones to remove them we now we have advanced technology to actually get into the ureter and actually see what we are doing. We call this ureteroscopy. A ureteroscope is an endoscope designed to visualize and work within the ureter. We use both semi-rigid scopes as well as flexible scopes. The rigid scopes give us access just to the lower part of the ureter. Flexible scopes allow us to access all the way back into the kidney and have active deflection on the end of the scope that will allow us to see into all of the calyces within the collecting system. Once we perform ureteroscopy if the stone is small enough we are able to extract it using baskets, thin wire instruments that trap a stone so we can pull it out. But for stones too large to just pull out we have to use form of lithotripsy to break up the stone. These day we use a holmium laser to break the stone up into fragments small enough for us to remove safely. Advances in ureteroscopy and laser technology in stone care parallels my time in urology. It was in the late 1990's and early 2000's, while I was a resident and early on in my practice that ureteroscopes could routinely access and treat stones in the kidney and the laser technology to break up the stones was readily available. In fact, when I first moved to St Paul, MN in 2000 to start my practice we did not have lasers in the hospital at all times but they were brought in on special occasions. A doctor would have to order it well ahead of time.  Now almost all of our hospitals have a laser available where we can use the technology even on the weekends or in the evenings. When I started my practice, along with other younger surgeons I began to order the laser routinely and it quickly became obvious it would be economical for the hospital to buy a laser. Because this was brand new in the hospital this was a big deal, and introducing the technology in a safe manner was paramount. Lasers can do damage to your eyes. This is not a joke. When we first brought the technology into the the hospital we had to educate physicians and staff about laser safety to make sure we all understood the potential harm of the laser. So it was that one Saturday morning my partners and I all gathered for breakfast at the hospital to learn about laser safety.  To prove our knowledge and competence in the safe use of the laser we had to use the laser to bust up something. We weren't going to be allowed to just use the laser for the first time on a patient. So, we put a bunch of eggs in a pan of water. All of my partners and I stood around the pan of eggs, wearing our laser safety goggles taking turns cracking the eggs with the laser, laughing because we were feeling a little silly but, nonetheless, checking off the laser safety box. Such was the introduction of the holmium laser into routine use in St Paul, MN. Different laser mediums (solid, liquid, or gas) emit laser light in different wavelengths. Molecules, proteins, and pigments absorb light only in a specific range of wavelengths. In the real-world application of lasers in medicine different wavelengths of various lasers do different things and may have unique applications. The wavelength determines if the laser can or should be used on the skin, eyes, kidney stones or on some other tissue. The Holmium: yttrium-aluminum-garnet laser (Ho: YAG) is a solid-state, pulsed laser that emits light with a wavelength of 2.1 microns. It can transmit energy through a flexible fiber.  Because the wavelength rapidly absorbs in water the power dissipates quickly after it is released through the fiber and can be safely fired near the ureteral wall. The laser energy is able to fragment all stones regardless of composition. Lithotripsy using the holmium laser produces small fragments, a weak shockwave, and less retro-pulsion of the stone fragments than other forms of lithotripsy. All of these factors are important when breaking up a stone stuck in the very narrow, thin-walled ureter or renal pelvis. Accurate fiber contact against a stone is the primary safety factor. A clear visual field is important. Most surgeons will have their preferred settings on the laser machines they are familiar with but in general we start with low-pulse energy and pulse rate and increase as needed. Because we are breaking up the stone while we are observing using ureteroscopy we move the laser over stone surface in a “painting” fashion, creating stress lines that fragment a stone and/or vaporize it. A “snowstorm effect” is created as the stone breaks up because of the small particles created so patience and adequate irrigation is required. Much discussion in our field has centered recently around the technique of stone removal. Historically we would break the stone into fragments, like a rock quarry, and extract the fragments using a stone “basket.” But a “dusting” technique has developed as the lasers have become more powerful and are able to fire at a very high frequency. The current data suggests that basketing rather than dusting is probably a better technique in most cases but urologists should be familiar with all ureteroscopic treatment techniques. Ureteral anatomy, width, the ability to pass an access sheath, the available laser, as well as the stone themselves will mandate one technique over another for any particular patient. As you would expect, short term recovery for this procedure can be uncomfortable. Complications for this procedure also exist. Often urologists will leave a temporary ureteral stent to prevent swelling of the ureter as a result of the procedure. Blood in the urine after the procedure is common. Infections can occur.  Perforation of the ureter or long-term damage causing a stricture can also occur but is rare. Regardless of the technique used, the ultimate goal of the procedure should be to leave the patient free of stones. Stone-free is a big deal in the urology world. Residual fragments are likely sources of future stone formation. Crystals form on top of other crystals (listen to episode 3 of this podcast for my rock candy analogy). Residual stones commonly lead to growth, passage, and need for retreatment of more stones in the future. Lastly, surgery to remove a kidney stone is not the end of the relationship with a patient. A patient having ureteroscopy needs follow-up imaging of the kidneys to determine if all of the stones have been removed, whether or not a ureteral stricture (scar) has formed and whether kidney swelling (hydronephrosis) persists after the procedure. Furthermore, as many as 50% of people who have made their first stone will make another within 10 years. If you have ever had a kidney stone there are benefits to dietary counseling, metabolic testing, surveillance imaging, and other practices to prevent and detect stones over the long-term. We have come a long way since Einstein first proposed the laser in 1917, Dr. Theodore Maiman first displayed the laser in 1960, and I was learning laser safety cracking eggs in a hospital basement in 2001. To end this episode, here is a condensed excerpt from the Obituary for Dr Theodore Maiman published in the New York Times May 11, 2007. Theodore Harold Maiman was born in Los Angeles on July 11, 1927, and grew up mainly in Denver. His father, Abraham, was an electrical engineer who worked on inventions, included improvements to the stethoscope. Abraham wanted his son to be a doctor, but Theodore came to feel he had contributed more to medicine with the laser…. Theodore was rambunctious as a boy and aspired to being a comedian, but he was also very good at math. He earned bachelor's and master's degrees in engineering physics from the University of Colorado and completed a doctorate in physics at Stanford in 1955…. He went to work for Hughes and after some military contracts fell through, worked on the predecessor to the laser, the maser, which concentrated microwaves, not light… He told his bosses he wanted to make a laser, but they were wary of discouraging reports from other laboratories and said no. They wanted him to work on computers, or “something useful,” his wife said. But he threatened to quit and build a laser in his garage. So, the Hughes executives gave him nine months, $50,000 and an assistant. The assistant was Charles Asawa, who had the idea of illuminating the ruby with a photographic flash, rather than with the movie projector lamp first used. After Dr. Maiman succeeded, a news release predicted that doctors would use lasers to focus on a single human cell. For the rest of his life, Dr. Maiman insisted on emphasizing the laser's healing possibilities… …Dr. Maiman was twice nominated for the Nobel Prize and won many other awards, including the Japan Prize and the Wolf Prize in Physics. He was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 1984, and he published the story of his discovery of the laser in “The Laser Odyssey” (2000). Theodore Harold Maiman died May 5 in Vancouver, British Columbia. He was 79.

Inventor and Farmer, Andrew Beard~Born in Alabama in 1849, Andrew Beard spent the first fifteen years enslaved on a small farm in Alabama. A year after he was emancipated, he got married and became a farmer in a small city outside of Birmingham. While in Birmingham, he was able to develop and champion his first invention (a plow). Three years later, he patented a second plow. These two inventions earned him almost $10,000, with which he began to invest in real estate. ---------------- Tune in tonight to The Gist of Freedom as we discuss the history of Black Farmers with Gary R. Grant. Mr. Grant is the president of The Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association.   www.BlackHistoryBlog.com Read Mr. Grant's paper "Black Farmers United: The Struggle Against Power and Principalities" http://www.jpanafrican.com/docs/vol5no1/5.1BlackFarmers.pdf The authors are the President of the Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association, Tillery, NC, Assistant Professor of Sociology at Kansas State University, and doctoral candidate in Sociology at Kansas State University, respectively. Please address any correspondence to tillery@aol.com. http://www.jpanafrican.com/docs/vol5no1/5.1BlackFarmers.pdf -------------------- Following his stint in real-estate, Andrew Beard began to work with and study engines. In 1892, he filed a patent for an improvement to the rotary steam engine. Mr. Beard was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in Akron, Ohio for his work on railroad coupler design.Andrew Beard invented the JENNY coupler for railroad cars. Little is known about the period of time from Beard's last patent application in 1897 up until his death. He died in 1921.