"A Moderated Q&A with Bill Nye, 'The Science Guy'" Bill Nye is a scientist, engineer, comedian, author and inventor with a lifelong mission to make science accessible and entertaining. His wit and enthusiasm have earned him 18 Emmy awards for his PBS/syndicated series "Bill Nye the Science Guy." An American cultural icon, Nye delivers humor, passion and straight talk to help audiences understand and appreciate the science that makes our world work. Nye earned his mechanical engineering degree from Cornell University, where he studied under the legendary Carl Sagan. His career began at Boeing, where he worked on the 747 aircraft, but his passion for science communication led him to develop "Bill Nye the Science Guy." The show made complex scientific concepts understandable and fun for children and adults alike, earning Nye a place in the hearts of millions of viewers.