Paul Siple

Paul Siple

scientist United States

Paul Siple was an American explorer and scientist known for his pioneering work in meteorology and the study of wind chill, contributing significantly to our understanding of temperature perception in extreme conditions.

Born on Apr 18, 1908 (117 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
16,949
Power
78$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Guatemala 1 8.00 0.09% +0% 17,915,568 16,949 $82,000 78$
Totals 1 17,915,568 16,949 $82,000 78$
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Guatemala Guatemala: Paul Siple coined the term 'thermal sensation' in 1939 while conducting experiments on freezing water under different air and wind conditions. 8

Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951: ¿Qué es la sensación térmica y por qué el frío se siente más intenso?

France France: Paul Siple was involved in the emergence of the concept of 'felt temperature' in 1939 during expeditions in Antarctica. 6

Le Monde: Canicule : qu’est-ce que la « température ressentie » ?