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The unsung heroes of American innovation and ingenuity
From the light bulb to the iPhone, American inventions have rocketed around the world thanks to their innovation and ingenuity. But some American innovators, including women and people of color, have largely been overloo...
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The unsung heroes of American innovation and ingenuity is an episode from PBS NewsHour - Science by PBS NewsHour. From the light bulb to the iPhone, American inventions have rocketed around the world thanks to their innovation and ingenuity...
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Published Jul 3, 2026, audio available.
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