invention

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Since their invention in the 1960s, lasers have transformed both science and daily life, powering everything from grocery store scanners to vision-correcting surgery.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

It’s also an endorsement of quantum’s applications in materials science—the field of study that underscores nearly every modern invention, from medical devices to semiconductors to batteries.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

According to Taylor, there is a link between dyslexia and “enhanced abilities” in areas such as discovery, invention and creativity.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

England came into the game on the back of listless losses against Scotland, Ireland and Italy, but were revived, performing with energy and invention that had gone missing for much of their campaign.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

“You were a seventh grader before the invention of whatnots,” Mom said weakly.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix