Happy Nobel Prize Day! Today, I’ll be going over this annual ceremony and what it entails.
What is a Nobel Prize?
Famous inventor, businessman, entrepreneur Alfred Nobel left his fortune to reward “those who, during the preceding year, shall have conferred the greatest benefit to humankind.” Thus, the Nobel’s prize was created to acknowledge achievements in various fields.
There are six prize categories: physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, peace, economic sciences.
When was the first Nobel Prize awarded?
The first Nobel Prize was awarded in 1901.
Where are the award ceremonies held?
The Nobel Prizes are awarded annually in Stockholm, Sweden, aside from the Nobel Peace Prize, which is awarded in Oslo, Norway.
How can I celebrate Nobel Prize Day?
-Watch the Nobel Prize livestream or televised version.
-Research past Nobel Prize recipients.
-Learn about Alfred Nobel’s life and contributions to society.
Are you tuning into the Nobel Prize ceremony? Let us know in the comments?
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