Developed mathematical models for automotive computers

Invented some of modern molecular biology's core instruments, including the DNA Sequencer.

Invented the first practical LED (light emitting diode)

Created a sonar tool to isolate different movements inside the human body: Transcutaneous Doppler system

Developed and improved modern liquid crystal technology

Invented an amplified chemical sensor that uses molecular wires to detect the presence of vapors from explosives.

Invented PRINT® (Particle Replication in Non-wetting Templates) technology used to manufacture nanocarriers in medicine.

Invented Dip-Pen Nanolithography and nanoparticle-based biodetection schemes

Invented the world’s first bioorthogonal chemical reaction, a technology for labeling biomolecules in living cells or animals

Invented healthcare tools that can better integrate with the human body

Commercialization of inventions Revolutionizing Human Health

Genetically engineers viruses to create new products

Creator of tiny technologies for medicine

Created first mass-produced low-cost, eco-friendly battery

Inventor of Femto-photography

Pioneer of the revolutionary CRISPR technology and optogenetics

Inventor of reCAPTCHA, co-inventor of CAPTCHA and creator of a free language-learning platform, Duolingo

Creates renewable energy technologies

Co-founders of Hewlett-Packard Company

Invented a device that emitted electricity pulses to the heart.

Developed cures for cancer and leukemia

Inventions include automatic letter-sorting machine for the U.S. Postal Service; automatic regulation of clocks and watches; the magnetic particle clutch used in cars and airplanes; etc.

The invention of Kevlar®, the high-strength fiber that is the life-saving material of bulletproof vests.

Water bicycle for both therapeutic and recreational uses and the "Cast Cooler"

Baby Buzzer"—a mat with a device that sounds a buzzer when stepped on, alerting parents when babies are close to staircases.

The "founding father" of wireless communications

Solar distillation device to purify outdoor water and eco-friendly paper

Developed the first MR (Magnetic Resonance) Scanning Machine

Modernized the cotton industry through her scientific invention of wrinkle-free, wash-and-wear fabrics.

Invented and patented FreshPaper—a low-cost, compostable paper to keep produce fresher longer.

His inventions include significant improvements on the early cardiac pacemakers, artificial kidneys, cardiac catheters and disposable medical trays.

Invented molecular sieve zeolites.

Developed the one-transistor dynamic random access memory (DRAM).

Developed antiviral treatments for chronic diseases

Invented advanced technologies for converting biomass feedstocks into motor vehicle fuels.

Invented low-cost, human-powered irrigation pumps to help subsistence farmers become self-reliant entrepreneurs.

Invented EpiSurveyor, mobile software for public health workers

Developed Rainwater harvesting system and mobile health clinics to improve the quality of life for villagers in rural India.

Culturally Accepted, Sustainable Reconstruction in Developing Countries

Global Innovation for Scientific Solutions to the Global Water Crisis, and Energy and Fuel Efficiency

Inventors bringing life-saving health solutions to the developing world