Nominate a World-Changing Innovator to the Hall of Fame
Help us reward ingenuity and perseverance.
The National Inventors Hall of Fame® honors the visionaries whose patented inventions have changed our world. We rely on a panel of experts in science, technology, engineering and patents to evaluate each Hall of Fame nominee on the following criteria:
Patent
Nominees must hold a U.S. patent for an invention that is groundbreaking or a significant advancement in their field.
Progress
Nominees’ inventions have been put into widespread use and have improved societal well-being, provided economic benefits to the country and advanced scientific understanding.
Perseverance
The lives of nominees are characterized by inspiring stories demonstrating determination, resourcefulness and challenges overcome.
Passion
Nominees are leaders in their fields who understand the importance of developing the next generation of American innovators.
Tell Us About a Potential Inductee
Please fill out the form below to nominate an inventor to the Hall of Fame. For more information on how to complete this form, please refer to our blog or email us at [email protected] with any questions.
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