Neil deGrasse Tyson
Astrophysicist who brings the universe to TV and books.
Their Story
Neil deGrasse Tyson is an astrophysicist who directs the Hayden Planetarium in New York City. He studies stars, galaxies, and the structure of the universe. He is also a popular science communicator through books, podcasts, and television.
Era
2000s & Today
Field
Astrophysics
Neil deGrasse Tyson
Astrophysicist who brings the universe to TV and books.
Science · Astrophysics · 2000s & Today · Black Innovators
Their Story
Neil deGrasse Tyson is an astrophysicist who directs the Hayden Planetarium in New York City. He studies stars, galaxies, and the structure of the universe. He is also a popular science communicator through books, podcasts, and television.
Key Innovation
Makes astrophysics exciting and understandable for huge audiences through media and education.
Why It Matters Today
He helps young people see that big questions about the universe are worth exploring with science.
Learn More
- Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neil_deGrasse_Tyson
Wilkinson STEM Education Foundation · 251 American Innovators · wilkinsonstemfoundation.org
