Throughout history, women have been catalysts for change—inventors, influencers, and relentless drivers of progress. From political pioneers to literary icons, history is a treasure trove of ...

However, women inventors made up only 12% of all inventors on patents granted in 2016 – the most recent year for which data is available – according to the patent office.

Again: all invented by women. Whether or not these inventors surprised you, it’s shocking how many everyday inventions we use without acknowledging the inventors that helped bring them to us.

While men still file many more patents than women, female inventors are increasing their share of U.S. patents and trademarks. Women were listed as inventors on 18 percent of all patents issued to ...

Nancy Johnson. Ice cream! You scream. Let’s all scream for Nancy Johnson, the inventor of an ice cream maker that allowed for efficient and easy ice cream production! Johnson (1794 - 1890) was a ...

Women inventors have created extraordinary innovations, but most haven’t gotten the praise they deserve, according to Joyce Bedi, curator of an upcoming exhibit called “Picturing Women ...

The innovation gender gap: Why we need more women inventors - opinion With women accounting for only 16% of patent inventors worldwide, the global economy is missing out on crucial creative potential.

However, women inventors made up only 12% of all inventors on patents granted in 2016 – the most recent year for which data is available – according to the patent office.