Black History Month Spotlight: Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson - Pioneering Physicist and Innovator
Welcome to another special episode of Naked Nuclear for Black History Month! We spotlight the illustrious Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson, a groundbreaking physicist who broke barriers from MIT to Bell Labs and even the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Learn about her early life, groundbreaking research in condensed matter physics, and contributions to telecommunications technology like touch-tone phones and fiber optic cables. Her leadership in nuclear policy and academia has left an indelible mark on science and technology, inspiring future generations, especially women of color in STEM.
Tune in to discover the incredible legacy of Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson!
00:00 Introduction to Naked Nuclear
00:14 Spotlight on Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson
00:45 Early Life and Education
01:28 Challenges and Triumphs at MIT
02:23 Understanding Condensed Matter Physics
03:28 Contributions at Bell Labs
04:07 Leadership at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission
05:15 Academic Leadership and Legacy
06:09 Inspiration and Impact
06:56 Conclusion and Future Episodes
Read her bio in the National Women's Hall of Fame
