Honoring the Inventors Who Are Shaping the Future: 2025 National Inventors Hall of Fame Inductees
May is National Inventors Month! Established in 1998, this month-long recognition highlights significant innovations, past and present. As part of the celebration of innovation each year, the National Inventors Hall of Fame welcomes a remarkable class of inductees whose contributions have shaped industries and improved lives. Among them this year are four inventors whose groundbreaking work has left a lasting impact: Virginia Holsinger, Richard Schatz, Virginia Norwood, and Pamela Marrone. Our team at Suiter Swantz IP congratulates these and all other 2025 inductees.
Virginia Holsinger: Advancing Dairy Science for Global Nutrition
Dairy Product Innovations, U.S. Patent No. 6,258,391
Virginia Holsinger revolutionized the dairy industry with her research on enzymes and digestion, leading to the development of Lactaid®—a product that made milk accessible to those with lactose intolerance. Her work also improved nutrition in American schools and international food donation programs, ensuring healthier dairy products reached communities worldwide. Holsinger’s contributions continue to benefit millions, proving that scientific innovation can drive meaningful change.
Richard Schatz: Pioneering Life-Saving Coronary Stents
Palmaz-Schatz Coronary Stent, U.S. Patent Nos. 5,195,984; 5,902,332
Cardiologist Richard Schatz collaborated with fellow Hall of Fame inductee Julio Palmaz to develop the Palmaz-Schatz coronary stent, a breakthrough in treating coronary artery disease. Since its introduction in 1988, this stent and its derivatives have saved millions of lives by significantly reducing mortality and morbidity. Schatz’s dedication to medical innovation has reshaped cardiovascular care, making life-saving treatments more effective and accessible.
Virginia Norwood: First Satellite to Study and Monitor Earth’s Landmasses
Multispectral Scanner, U.S. Patent No. 2,746,035
With a natural aptitude for mathematics, and a degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Virginia Norwood created the Multispectral Scanner (MSS), a groundbreaking satellite instrument that has helped image Earth for decades. First launched in 1972, the MSS revolutionized remote sensing technology, which provided valuable data for studying our planet.
Pamela Marrone: Championing Sustainable Pest Control
Biological Pest Control, U.S. Patent Nos. 6,060,051; 11,382,331
Entrepreneur and entomologist Pamela Marrone has led the charge in biological pest control, developing environmentally responsible solutions for plant health and pest management. Her work in biopesticides has provided farmers with sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides, reducing environmental impact while maintaining agricultural productivity. Marrone’s dedication to innovation in agriculture underscores the importance of science-driven sustainability.
Honoring Inventors Who Shape the Future
At Suiter Swantz IP, we celebrate the achievements of the 2025 inductees and recognize the importance of protecting intellectual property across all industries. The legacies of these–and all 2025 inductees–remind us that innovation is not only about creating—but improving lives and changing our communities for the better.
To learn more about the entire 2025 National Inventors Hall of Fame inductees, visit the official site.