Charles K. Kao

Charles K. Kao was a pioneering physicist and engineer known as the "Father of Fiber Optics." In the 1960s, he discovered that glass fibers could transmit light over long distances with minimal loss, which revolutionized telecommunications. Kao's research laid the groundwork for modern fiber optic technology, enabling fast internet and efficient data transmission. His work demonstrated how signals could travel through thin strands of glass or plastic, leading to advancements in global communication and connecting the world in ways previously unimaginable. His contributions earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2009.