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The Queen of Nuclear Physics (Part Two): Forming Chien-Shiung Wu's Story

The Queen of Nuclear Physics (Part Two): Forming Chien-Shiung Wu's Story

FromShort Wave


The Queen of Nuclear Physics (Part Two): Forming Chien-Shiung Wu's Story

FromShort Wave

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Length:
15 minutes
Released:
May 23, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Growing up, Jada Yuan didn't realize how famous her grandmother was in the world of physics. In this episode, Jada talks to Emily about the life of physicist Chien-Shiung Wu, whom Jada got to know much better while writing the article Discovering Dr. Wu for the Washington Post, where she is a reporter covering culture and politics.Check out part one in which Emily talks to Short Wave's scientist-in-residence about how Chien-Shiung Wu altered physics. She made a landmark discovery in 1956 about how our universe operates at the tiniest levels. Email the show at shortwave@npr.org.
Released:
May 23, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.