DuPont Experimental Station, 1950s C018 / 0626
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DuPont Experimental Station, 1950s C018 / 0626
DuPont Experimental Station, aerial photograph. This research site for the DuPont company is located on the banks of the Brandywine Creek in Wilmington, Delaware, USA. It was established in 1903. New materials developed and discovered here include neoprene, nylon (by Wallace Carothers), tyvek, kevlar, mylar, nomex, and crown ethers. The latter discovery led to a share of the 1987 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for DuPont chemist Charles J. Pedersen. Photographed in around the 1950s
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1900s 1950s Aerial Photograph Aerial Photography Building Buildings Chemical Engineering Delaware Dupont Dupont Company Forest Forested Materials Science North American Nylon Site Brandywine Creek Kevlar Mylar Nomex Research Centre Wilmington
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This aerial photograph captures the historic DuPont Experimental Station in the 1950s, nestled amidst a lush forest on the banks of the Brandywine Creek in Wilmington, Delaware. Established in 1903, this renowned research site has been instrumental in developing groundbreaking materials that have shaped our modern world. Within these walls, scientific pioneers like Wallace Carothers embarked on revolutionary discoveries. It was here that nylon, neoprene, tyvek, kevlar, mylar, nomex and crown ethers were first developed and brought to life. These innovations not only transformed industries but also earned accolades for their creators. One such achievement was Charles J. Pedersen's breakthrough with crown ethers which led to his share of the prestigious Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1987. This recognition solidified DuPont's legacy as an unrivaled hub of chemical engineering and materials science. The monochrome image showcases a sprawling landscape dotted with buildings that housed countless experiments and breakthroughs throughout the years. The photo serves as a testament to DuPont's unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and advancing industrial research. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of the immense impact this institution has had on society over more than a century. From its humble beginnings along Brandywine Creek to its status as a global leader in innovation today, DuPont Experimental Station stands tall as an icon of scientific progress and ingenuity.
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