As we come close to the end of Hispanic Heritage Month, I wanted to point out the inventions Hispanics have contributed to society and spotlight some of these great inventors. Our influence is found in all walks of life and the contributions we have made have shaped our society.
The following is just a snapshot but I do hope that it is informative and educational.
- Pedro Flores was the first person to manufacture the yo-yo in the United States.
- Ellen Ochoa invented optical analysis systems and also was the world’s first Hispanic astronaut.
- Luis Federico was awarded the Nobel Prize for his discovery of sugar nucleotides and their role in the biosynthesis of carbohydrates.
- Carlos Finlay became famous for his work in identifying the mosquito as a carrier of the deadly yellow fever germ.
- Santiago Ramon y Cajal was a famous Hispanic inventor who was awarded the Nobel Prize for his work on the structure of the nervous system.
- Miguel Servet’s work in anatomy and physiology led him to the discovery of the circulation of blood through the human body.
- Luis Miramontes was a chemist who co-invented the contraceptive pill. In 1951, he wrote a new procedure for the synthesis of the progestin norethindrone, the active ingredient for what would become the oral birth control pill.
- Guillermo Gonzalez Camarena invented an early color television system.
- Felipe Vadillo was a Mexican inventor who patented a method of predicting premature fetal membrane rupturein in pregnant women.
- Juan Lozano invented the Rocket Belt due to his obsession with jet packs.
These are just a few of the great Hispanic inventors and their inventions. I recommend that you make the most of Hispanic Heritage Month and that you continue to educate yourself about the many contributions we have made. I have learned a lot while researching this information and hope you have as well.
As always, happy Friday to all. Appreciate life and stay blessed, always!!!