Jill Clements has been with DuPont for 27 years in a variety of roles ranging from manufacturing to R&D to business development and is the business development leader for Kevlar® EXO™, DuPont’s largest fiber innovation in 50 years. An engineer by training, she spent the first part of her career in manufacturing and product development and holds 15 patents. Jill has spent the last 15 years in business development across a variety of industries including Aerospace, Automotive, Composites, and Apparel.

2025 NASA Symp

Innovations in polymer science and chemistry enabling weight reduction and improved thermal performance for space 

Modifications in chemistry and process changes have enabled new polymers and materials designed for applications that require demanding performance beyond legacy offerings. From additions of third monomers to inclusion of additives in post-processing, completely reimagined, next-generation materials that enable unparalleled levels of strength, flexibility, durability and flame resistance have been realized while offering optional alternative manufacturing techniques for more rapid production of bespoke articles.