Thomas Fudge
Science and Technology ReporterA journalist with 30 years of experience, Tom covers science and technology stories for KPBS' platforms. He joined KPBS in 1998 to cover San Diego issues related to growth, transportation, and development. He previously served as host of These Days (now KPBS Midday Edition) and as a news editor. Tom began his broadcasting career in 1988 at WSUI Radio in Iowa City as a reporter and newscaster. He then spent five years at Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) where he worked as a reporter. Following his departure from MPR, Tom was a freelance journalist, working for Twin Cities Public Television, WCCO Radio, and a variety of regional and national newspapers and magazines. He has received recognition for his outstanding work in hosting and public affairs reporting from the Unity Awards, the Northwest Broadcast News Association, and the San Diego chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography will co-host the Ocean Pavilion in Dubai to show how the sea is responding to rising temperatures.
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New UC San Diego research shows giving the brain a measured electric jolt shuts down brain cells that cause serious depression.
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A panel of climate and policy experts said new policies and technologies have reduced projections of global warming.
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Weather forecasts reports two atmospheric rivers could drop from 1 to 1.5 inches of rain between Wednesday and Friday.
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San Diego researchers working with a global consortium are starting to understand what cells comprise the human brain and how they work.
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Lithium ion provides the best way to store energy efficiently. But, scientists are looking for cheaper and more sustainable solutions.
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Once on the ground in Lahaina, the team will assist with search and rescue efforts, animal care and more.
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The San Diego County Sheriff's Department's first search and rescue bloodhound is now on duty.
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A grant from the FCC will help the San Diego Housing Commission expand affordable, quality and reliable broadband internet service to low-income families.
- Water contact closures, advisories listed for San Diego County beaches
- Translucent zooplankton 'sail' to San Diego shores
- Hundreds gather to honor late San Diego philanthropist Joan Jacobs
- State bill would allow family access to nursing homes during declared emergencies
- 'Peace in Israel' week continues on UC San Diego campus along with protests