Ron PetersonAfter graduating from Caltech and receiving his PhD in condensed matter physics from the University of Illinois, Ron Peterson worked his way to near the top at Honeywell, speaking for the entire company's new product strategy as Vice President of Tecnology before retiring. He began writing Gardeners of the Universe for his daughters and other young people, showing them the fantastic joys and dangers certain to unfold during their lifetimes. Gardeners of the Universe is Peterson's second published book. He also authored a memoir: An Introvert Learns to Fly: A Memoir of Timidity, Panic, Science, Leadership, and Love (2018). In addition to writing, Peterson enjoys traveling, consulting, and volunteering. He manages one of the largest community gardens in Minnesota, the Rice Street Gardens, where more than 260 gardeners have plots. For the past several years he has led "Grandpa Camp" for his six young grandchildren, where he has introduced them to quantum mechanics, differential equations, cooking, photography, and travel experiences. Ron lives with his wife, Miriam, in Minnesota, where she tries to keep his feet on the ground while his head remains in the stars. Read More Read Less