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As of August 2019, Stephanie Kwolek was the only female employee to have received which honor?
Nobel Prize in Chemistry
DuPont company's Lavoisier Medal
Fields Medal
Copley Medal
Answer
As of August 2019, Stephanie Kwolek was the only female employee to have received DuPont company's Lavoisier Medal. This award is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of chemistry. Kwolek was recognized for her work in developing Kevlar, a strong and lightweight synthetic fiber that is used in a variety of applications, including bulletproof vests and body armor.
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