Medical Syringe to Kevlar: 7 Lesser-known Women Inventors & their Pathbreaking Inventions

Stephanie Kwolek- Kevlar

A 1923-Born, Stephanie Louise Kwolek was an acclaimed American chemist who invented poly-paraphenylene terephthalamide, known as Kevlar which is five times stronger than steel. In 1965, she identified the polymer that would become Kevlar which was meant to use in tires at first. Today, this material is being used in bulletproof vests, helmets, and other protective gear.

Stephanie’s innovative breakthrough changed dynamics in the materials science, saving hundreds of lives. Armed with numerous patents, she was honoured with National Medal of Technology, inspiring future generations of female scientists through her resilient mindset.