Meet Team RescueStreamer - Dr. Robert Yonover

Dr. Robert Yonover earned his Ph.D. in geochemistry/volcanology from the University of Hawaii School of Ocean & Earth Science Technology with laboratory research at NASA Johnson Space Center and MIT. He has a history of innovative scientific contributions, technologies and patents. Dr. Yonover’s unique background arose from his roots as a non-talking child with a strong connection to nature and the ability to approach problems in a primitive yet creative fashion. Using life and death situations with the ocean as his laboratory, he has invented a multitude of survival technologies, including the military-approved RescueStreamer®, an emergency distress signaling device, is now in use by all branches of the U.S. Military. Dr. Yonover’s media credits include appearances on CNN, PBS, Discovery Channel, with most major magazines covering the RescueStreamer® technology.

Dr. Yonover's has a new book out entitled "Hardcore Inventing" from Skyhorse Publishing New York (with award-winning co-author Elle Crowe). The book is already receiving rave reviews (see http://www.hardcoreinventing.com/) and is now available in bookstores worlwide.

Please follow him on Twitter and become a Fan of RescueStreamer on Facebook!