Melba Kurman

My name is Melba Kurman and I am an author and technology analyst. My books explore the impact of emerging technologies on every day life. My most recent book, Driverless, gives readers an engaging and comprehensive introduction to self-driving cars, from their impact on established industries, to how they work.

My other books are about 3D printing and commercializing university research. My first book, "Tech Transfer 2.0" is about how universities manage their patent portfolios and spin off new technology startups. My second book, "Fabricated: the new world of 3D printing" sold more than 250,000 copies worldwide and was translated into eight languages.

I am a graduate of Cornell University, the University of Illinois and the U.S. Peace Corps.