Michael I. Pupin
Michael Idvorsky Pupin was a Serbian-American physicist, physical chemist, and inventor. He is best known for his numerous patents, including a means of greatly extending the range of long-distance telephone communication by placing loading coils of wire at predetermined intervals along the transmitting wire (Pupinization). Pupin was also a professor at Columbia University and a writer, with his autobiography 'From Immigrant to Inventor' winning the Pulitzer Prize in 1924. He made significant contributions to the field of X-ray crystallography and was a pioneer in the field of telecommunications.
Books
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1. From Immigrant to Inventor
"From Immigrant to Inventor" is an autobiographical account of a Serbian immigrant who arrives in the United States with nothing, but through hard work and determination becomes a successful inventor, scientist, and professor at Columbia University. The narrative highlights the struggles, triumphs, and contributions of immigrants in America, demonstrating the author's belief in the American dream. His inventions and scientific contributions, particularly in the field of telephony and radiology, play a significant role in the book, as well as his deep-rooted patriotism and gratitude towards his adopted country.
