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Title: Hollywood’s Billion-Dollar Question: The Scientist Who Created a Tornado

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, 16th Apr 2025 - Professor Joe Eagleman's captivating autobiography, Name Your Price, describes his incredible journey from a one-room schoolhouse in the country to the world stage of life-saving scientific innovation and cinematic special effects. His remarkable career has inspired lawsuits, theme park attractions, and even a potential blockbuster film. What happens when groundbreaking science meets Hollywood?Dr. Eagleman’s legacy is built on a singular invention: an artificial tornado that captivated the world. Originally developed in his University of Kansas laboratory, this swirling marvel quickly drew international attention, leading to a legal battle between Universal Studios and Volvo. When Universal’s Hollywood executives called him back with the words “Name Your Price,” it became clear his work had the makings of a cinematic spectacle. The tornado simulation later became the highlight of the Twister Building attraction at Universal Studios Florida, thrilling millions from 1998 to 2015. Another version, created with the assistance of renowned artist Ned Kahn, continues to mesmerize visitors at San Francisco’s Exploratorium.Eagleman, the eleventh of twelve children raised on a farm, was discouraged early on and even told he would never amount to anything. His early years in a rural schoolhouse, where he fought bullies and dreamed beyond the horizon, set the groundwork for his future as a trailblazing scientist. However, "Name Your Price" is more than just a story of scientific acclaim—it is a witness to passion and perseverance.His contributions extend far beyond Hollywood. Eagleman spearheaded crucial tornado safety research that led to nationally adopted changes in emergency protocols. His work with NASA on Skylab experiments...

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