Chen-Pang Yeang

In this episode, author Chen-Pang Yeang discusses the historical transformation of noise from disturbing sounds to informational errors in the early 20th century. They explore the impact of noise in various fields, such as telecommunications and sound reproduction technology. The chapter also highlights the development of mathematical theories related to noise, including the phenomenon of Brownian motion. Additionally, the speaker delves into the challenges and opportunities faced by scientists from the global south during the 20th century. They discuss the importance of understanding the personal elements in scientific work.