Charles Kao

Charles Kao was a pioneering physicist and engineer known as the "father of fiber optics." He made groundbreaking contributions to the field of photonics, which involves the use of light to transmit information. In the 1960s, Kao proposed that glass fibers could be used to carry light signals over long distances with minimal loss, leading to advancements in telecommunications. His work laid the foundation for modern internet and telecommunications technology, enabling fast and reliable data transmission across the globe through optical fibers. Kao was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2009 for his contributions to this transformative technology.