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Who was honoured with the European Inventor Award 2021 in the ‘Non-European Patent Office Countries’ category?

Who was honoured with the European Inventor Award 2021 in the ‘Non-European Patent Office Countries’ category? Correct Answer Sumita Mitra

The correct answer is Sumita Mitra.

  • Indian-American chemist Sumita Mitra was honoured with the European Inventor Award 2021 in the ‘Non-European Patent Office Countries’ category.
  • She successfully integrated nanotechnology into dental materials to produce stronger and more aesthetically pleasing fillings.
  • The award is presented annually by the European Patent Office to recognise outstanding inventors from Europe and beyond.

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