Things not everyone knows about the prestigious Nobel prize

The Nobel Prize is one of the most prestigious awards in the world given to great scientific inventions. But not many people do not know that the Nobel Prize ceremony in other fields was given in Sweden, particularly the Nobel Peace Prize took place in Norway again.

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Here are some interesting things about the Nobel prize.

Founder of the Nobel Prize

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Alfred Nobel, a famous Swedish scientist and inventor who founded the Nobel Prize. Initially the prize was awarded to the fields of medicine, chemistry, literature and peace.

In 1901, five years after Alfred Nobel died, the awards were given for the first time. Each prize is usually given to an individual or a group (no more than 3 people).

The Nobel Prize for Economics was initiated by the Swedish Central Bank in 1968 to commemorate Alfred Nobel. Its official name is the Riksbank Sveriges Economic Science Prize.

Absolute secret

In principle, the jury is not allowed to disclose the content of their discussions about candidates for the Nobel Prize within 50 years.

The reason is that the award committee does not want those who have the title to feel stressed when not winning this noble award.

In addition, the principle of absolute secrecy is also to protect the independence of the jury, making it possible for them to freely express their candid views about the candidates.

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Nobel Prize for Literature for novelist Gabriel Garcia Marquez in 2015. (Photo: AP)

Who is the jury?

Alfred Nobel stipulated that the authorities have the right to choose the winner of the will in 1895.

Accordingly, Alfred Nobel tasked with selecting the Nobel Prize winner for the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden.

The Nobel Prize in Physics and Chemistry will be awarded by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences.

The Nobel Prize for Literature will be selected by the Swedish Academy.

As for the Nobel Peace Prize, the noble award honoring those who have made great contributions to mankind, the evaluation committee was appointed by the Norwegian Parliament.

Value of Nobel Prize

The Nobel Prize is not only valuable in terms of history but the winner also receives huge amounts of money. Each prize will receive 8 million Swedish kronor (about 930,000 USD). This year, the Nobel fund decided to increase the prize money for Nobel prize items to 9 million kronor.

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Nobel Prize for those who have passed away

Since 1974, the Nobel Foundation has stipulated that deceased people may not be awarded this prestigious award. But if a person leaves in the middle of the announcement in October and the official award ceremony in December, they can still be honored.

Earlier, the Nobel Prize was once given to two deceased.

Why not have the Nobel Prize for Mathematics?

In 1895, when Nobel wrote a will, there was a prize in mathematics in Sweden and he realized there was no need to create a second prize.

In addition, at the beginning of the 20th century, while the sciences were widely applied and brought many contributions to humanity, the role and contribution of mathematics seemed unclear.

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The Nobel Prize ceremony was held in Stockholm, Sweden on December 10, 2007.(Photo: nobelprize.org)

Who can win the prestigious Nobel Prize?

University professors, politicians, committee members and former Nobel laureates can all become candidates for the Nobel Prize if they meet the criteria of the organizers.

Nominees can make their offers publicly, especially with the Nobel Peace Prize. As a result, we can know the prominent figures among the candidates for the Nobel Peace Prize.

How to win a Nobel Prize?

The answer is patience and perseverance to pursue passion.

Scientists often have to wait decades, the judges need time to make sure their inventions prove the importance and practicality.