FCI Director Keivan Stassun Featured on the NSF Discovery Files Podcast
Frist Center for Autism and Innovation, Dr. Keivan G. Stassun, a professor at Vanderbilt University, recently appeared on an episode of the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Discovery Files podcast. In this episode, Dr. Stassun discusses his groundbreaking work in astronomy, efforts to enhance diversity in STEM fields, and the significance of neurodiversity in driving innovative discoveries.
Episode Blurb: “The future of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics will require many perspectives to achieve its utmost potential. Keivan Stassun, professor of physics and astronomy at Vanderbilt University, discusses astronomy, his efforts in expanding diversity in STEM and some of the discoveries that are resulting from it at the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation, and his recent MacArthur Fellowship that acknowledges those efforts.”
Listeners can expect an engaging conversation where Dr. Stassun shares insights from his research, including exciting discoveries in astronomy and the positive impact of neurodiverse thinkers in the STEM field. The episode highlights the importance of collaboration and openness in scientific exploration and discusses the transformative potential of inclusive practices.
Listen to Dr. Stassun’s episode on the NSF Discovery Files podcast here.
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About the U.S. National Science Foundation: The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency that supports fundamental research and education across all fields of science and engineering. NSF funds initiatives that advance the frontiers of knowledge and foster innovation while promoting inclusivity and accessibility in STEM. The Discovery Files Podcast from the U.S. National Science Foundation talks to scientists & engineers about their latest research.
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