Milliken has long led the way for "knowledge-based" investment, employing over 100 PhDs, and has accumulated over 2,200 U.S. patents - and more than 5,000 patents worldwide - since our founding in By combining science with design and insights, Milliken tackles the issues and concerns of today, however big, however small. Every day, our community of innovators is invigorated by the challenge of finding creative ways to enhance people’s lives. We spend our days exploring, discovering, and creating, pushing at what’s possible while always considering what’s needed. Discover how Milliken associates around the world are working to add real value to people’s lives, to make the world around us easier, safer, more sustainable and more beautiful..