Frederick Terman (academic)

Frederick Terman was an influential American engineer and educator who played a key role in developing Silicon Valley. As a professor and later dean at Stanford University, he encouraged students and faculty to create startups based on their research. Terman's mentorship and support helped launch many technology companies and fostered innovation in electronics and computing. His efforts transformed the region into a hub for high-tech industry, making Silicon Valley a global center for technology and entrepreneurship.