WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and co-chair of the Senate Law Enforcement Caucus, issued the following statement on the passing of Stephanie Kwolek, who invented Kevlar in 1971 as a research chemist at DuPont.
“Our world is a safer place because of Stephanie Kwolek’s incredible contributions to it. Ms. Kwolek was a legendary scientist and an important part of Delaware’s rich history of innovation. Kevlar body armor has saved countless lives in our communities and on our battlefields. Her legacy is an inspiration to women and girls interested in careers in science and technology, and her work will continue saving the lives of America’s bravest heroes.”