Stories, Deep Dives, and Histories of Black and Brown Inventors Who Changed the World
← Back to Main SiteFrom the son of former slaves to one of America's most influential inventors, Garrett Morgan's story is one of resilience, genius, and heroism. Discover how this self-taught inventor created the modern traffic signal, saved workers trapped in a toxic tunnel with his gas mask invention, and changed the world despite facing overwhelming racism and discrimination.
From laser cataract surgery to the birth control pill, discover the revolutionary medical breakthroughs by Black and Brown inventors that transformed modern healthcare and saved millions of lives.
Innovation by Category MedicineExplore Mexico's incredible legacy of innovation, from color television to the birth control pill. Discover how Mexican inventors shaped modern technology and changed the world.
Regional Innovation Hub MexicoOn this day in 1951, Mexican chemist Luis Miramontes synthesized the compound that would become the birth control pill, revolutionizing women's reproductive rights worldwide.
This Month in History Women's RightsTraffic lights, color TV, home security systems - discover the surprising everyday inventions created by Black and Brown innovators that you use without even knowing their stories.
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