Stephanie Kwolek
31 July 1923 – 18 June 2014
Stephanie Kwolek was an American chemist who invented Kevlar, a high-strength synthetic fiber used in bulletproof vests and many other applications. She spent her entire career at DuPont, where her discovery of liquid crystalline polymer solutions led to a family of aramid fibers.
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Life events
Stephanie Kwolek was born to Polish immigrant parents.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgShe earned a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the Margaret Morrison Carnegie College.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgShe began working as a chemist at DuPont, intending it as a temporary job to fund medical school.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgShe discovered a liquid crystalline polymer solution that spun into an exceptionally strong and stiff aramid fiber.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgShe retired after a research career of nearly four decades.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgShe was recognized for her invention of Kevlar aramid fiber.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgShe received the National Medal of Technology for her contributions to materials science.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgStephanie Kwolek died at the age of 90.
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