Dianna Cowern

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Dianna Cowern is an American science communicator and educator, best known for her YouTube channel, Physics Girl. She creates content that explains complex scientific concepts in an accessible and entertaining manner.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Dianna Cowern was born in Hawaii. She developed an interest in science at a young age, inspired by her surroundings and the natural beauty of Hawaii. Cowern attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where she earned a bachelor's degree in physics.

Career[edit | edit source]

After graduating from MIT, Cowern worked at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics as an outreach coordinator. She later moved to San Diego, where she worked at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) as a science outreach coordinator.

Physics Girl[edit | edit source]

Cowern launched her YouTube channel, Physics Girl, in 2011. The channel quickly gained popularity for its engaging and educational content. Physics Girl covers a wide range of topics in physics and other areas of science, often featuring experiments, demonstrations, and interviews with experts.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Dianna Cowern has received several awards for her contributions to science communication. She was named one of the "30 Under 30" in science by Forbes in 2014. Her work has been featured in various media outlets, and she has been invited to speak at numerous conferences and events.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Cowern is passionate about promoting science education and encouraging young people, especially women, to pursue careers in STEM fields. She continues to create content for Physics Girl and collaborates with other science communicators and organizations.