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In his videos and in over 300 radio pieces Bill Hammack has explored the technological world. He's revealed the secrets of his high-tech underwear, explored the mysteries of mood rings, probed the perils of nanotechnology, and examined the threats to privacy from technology. Bill's work reflects a humanistic approach: He emphasizes the human dimension to technology - from the trial, tribulations, and triumphs of inventors and scientists to the effect of technology on our daily lives.
He's a regular commentator for American Public Media's premier business show Marketplace, for Illinois Public Radio via his home station WILL-AM 580, and for Radio National Australia's Science Show.
Many journalism, scientific and engineering organizations have recognized his work. He's received the top awards in science journalism: The National Association of Science Writers Science in Society Award, the American Institute of Physics Science Writing Award, and the American Chemical Society's Grady-Stack Medal. [Complete list of awards]
Bill lives with his wife and three cats in Urbana, Illinois, where he teaches at the University of Illinois. He spent 2005-06 as a U.S. Diplomat working as a Senior Science Adviser at the Department of State.
