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Get ready to celebrate the amazing contributions of women inventors during National Women Inventors Month, which takes place every February 1! Did you know that throughout history, women have invented countless useful and groundbreaking inventions? From everyday household items like the dishwasher and windshield wipers to life-saving medical devices and technologies, women have played a crucial role in shaping our world. This month is dedicated to recognizing and honoring their achievements, as well as inspiring future generations of female innovators. Let's give a big shoutout to all the incredible women who have changed the game with their brilliant ideas!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1809</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First US Female Patent</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mary Kies becomes the first woman to receive a US patent for her method of weaving straw with silk.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1903</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Windshield Wipers Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mary Anderson invents and patents the manual windshield wiper, an invention that greatly improves vehicle safety.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1941</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Woman Patent Examiner</div><div class='timeline-text'>Charlotte Cushman becomes the first female patent examiner at the United States Patent and Trademark Office.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1951</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Contribution to DNA Structure</div><div class='timeline-text'>Rosalind Franklin's research plays a pivotal role in the discovery of DNA's double helix structure, a monumental invention in science.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1974</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Home Security System</div><div class='timeline-text'>Marie Van Brittan Brown invents the first home security system and holds the patent for it.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Women Inventors Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the late 1990s, February is designated as National Women Inventors Month, to celebrate women inventors and encourage more women to invent.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a women inventor showcase</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite women inventors in your community to showcase their inventions at a public event. This is a great way to celebrate the creativity and achievements of women inventors and inspire others to pursue their own ideas.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a social media campaign</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread awareness about National Women Inventors Month by creating a social media campaign. Share stories of successful female inventors, promote events and resources, and use relevant hashtags to get more people involved.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a workshop or panel discussion</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Partner with local organizations or businesses to host a workshop or panel discussion focused on women in innovation and invention. This can be a great opportunity for networking and learning from experienced inventors.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support women-owned businesses</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use the month of celebration to support women-owned businesses that offer innovative products or services. This can be a great way to show your appreciation for the contributions of women inventors and entrepreneurs.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Teach a kid-friendly invention workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Encourage the next generation of inventors by teaching a kid-friendly invention workshop. This can be a fun and educational way to celebrate National Women Inventors Month and inspire young girls to pursue their interests in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Acknowledges female inventors and their contributions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Women Inventors Month raises awareness about the many accomplishments of female inventors throughout history. It emphasizes the contribution of women to the field of invention and brings attention to lesser-known inventions by women that have had a significant impact on society.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages young girls to explore STEM fields</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By highlighting the achievements of female inventors, National Women Inventors Month aims to inspire young girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). It provides role models for girls to look up to and shows them that they too can make significant contributions in these fields.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes diversity and inclusivity in the inventor community</h3><p id='' class="whywelove-text">National Women Inventors Month celebrates diversity in the inventor community and highlights the importance of including different perspectives and experiences in innovation. It encourages greater representation of women and other underrepresented groups in the invention process, leading to a more diverse range of ideas and solutions.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Mary Anderson invented the windshield wiper system in 1903</h3><p class='facts-text'>While travelling during a snowstorm, Anderson observed that streetcar drivers had to open their windows to see. This sparked the idea for a device that could clear snow, rain, and dirt from the windshield automatically.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Stephanie Kwolek invented Kevlar</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1965, Kwolek developed Kevlar, a material five times stronger than steel. It's used to manufacture a variety of products, including bulletproof vests, fiber optic cables, and mobile phones.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Dr. Shirley Jackson contributed to the invention of call-waiting and caller ID</h3><p class='facts-text'>Jackson conducted research in the field of telecommunications, with her experiments with theoretical physics paving the way for numerous developments, including call-waiting and caller ID.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hedy Lamarr developed a precursor to modern wireless technology</h3><p class='facts-text'>Famous as a Hollywood actress, Lamarr also aided in the invention of spread-spectrum technology. This innovation formed the basis for today's Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth technologies.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Josephine Cochrane invented the first practical dishwasher</h3><p class='facts-text'>Cochrane designed the dishwasher in 1886 out of frustration with her servants breaking her fine china while hand washing. Her invention is considered the model for the modern dishwasher.</p></div></div>
National Women Inventors Month is celebrated on February 1 every year. In 2024 National Women Inventors Month will occur on a Thursday.
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