Here's a breakdown:

* Inventor: Hermann Schnell

* Company: Bayer AG (a German multinational pharmaceutical and chemical company)

* Location: Leverkusen, Germany

* Year: 1953

Schnell's invention was groundbreaking because it introduced a new type of plastic with exceptional properties. Polycarbonate's strength, clarity, and heat resistance opened up a wide range of applications, making it a highly valuable material.