Superheroes of Science

Superheroes of Science


Episode 23: Robin Tanamachi

December 16, 2019

Professor Robin Tanamachi studies severe storms using radar. In this episode, Robin shares the career path that has led her to become a scientist studying convective storms and tornadoes. Professor Tanamachi recommends getting outside of your comfort zone to help yourself grow.

The XTRRA radar: https://xtrra.eaps.purdue.edu/

The Tornado Scientist (2019), written by Mary Kay Carson: https://www.amazon.com/Tornado-Scientist-Scientists-Field/dp/0544965825