Louise L. Kwolek
American chemist, inventor of Kevlar (1923–2014)
1923 — 2014
Quick Facts
Profession
American chemist, inventor of Kevlar (1923–2014)
Born
July 31, 1923
Died
2014 (age ~91)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
inventor, chemist
PolandBorn in New KensingtonDied in Wilmington
1923
Born in New Kensington (1923-07-31)
1976
AwardHoward N. Potts Medal
1980
AwardChemical Pioneer Award
1980
AwardACS Award for Creative Invention
1986
AwardNational Medal of Technology and Innovation
1995
AwardNational Inventors Hall of Fame
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Stephanie Louise Kwolek was an American chemist known for inventing Kevlar. Her career at the DuPont company spanned more than 40 years.
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Who is Louise L. Kwolek?+
Stephanie Louise Kwolek was an American chemist known for inventing Kevlar. Her career at the DuPont company spanned more than 40 years.
What does the name Louise mean?+
The name Louise means "A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.". It is of English origin.
When was Louise L. Kwolek born?+
Louise L. Kwolek was born on July 31, 1923.
When did Louise L. Kwolek die?+
Louise L. Kwolek died in 2014, at approximately 91 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.
The name Louise is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Names related to Louise
Louise — July 31, 1923
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Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Muluc
Water — emotions, purification, flow
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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